The main difference between Kirsch and Cherry Heering is that Kirsch is a clear, dry, and slightly bitter spirit usually bottled at 37% ABV (74 proof) to 43% ABV (86 proof). Cherry Heering, on the other hand, is significantly sweeter. It is of dark red color, is less alcoholic (24% ABV; 48 proof), and has a more pronounced cherry taste. Kirsch is a short form for a German cherry Brandy variant. The full name for this product is Kirschwasser, which translates to cherry water. Both these products classify as Cherry Brandies. However, the term Brandy might be confusing as neither product is macerated in Brandy but neutral grain spirits like Vodka. Heering Cherry Liqueur vs. Luxardo Maraschino Liqueur

With: Scotch whisky, Cherry Heering cherry brandy, sweet vermouth, blood orange juice and Islay single malt. Heering cherry liqueur has an intense and natural cherry flavor comparable to stewed plum and cherry jam. Yet, it is more balanced due to the natural tartness. It's sweet and rich but without the artificial cough-syrup-like taste. We say: It's in the name really, with genever giving us a yuletide spirit base, sweetened and flavoured by the all-important star of the show cherry liqueur. Chinato dries it out and adds wine notes while gin adds freshness and botanical complexity. Maraschino and orange bitters complete this festive tipple. A little bit more complex, but then isn't every dish and drink at Christmas? Cherry Mojito With: Scotch whisky, Cherry Heering cherry brandy, white crème de cacao, dry vermouth and orange bitters.Marashino liqueur will impart less of a cherry flavour with the addition of subtle herbal notes and a slight bitterness. Cherry Heering is a Danish liqueur made with cherries and spices. It’s high quality, naturally flavored, and not overly sweet. In 1818, the Heering family created their very first cherry liqueurin Copenhagen, Denmark. The Heering family used slightly crushed ripe cherries -without removing the pits- and a spice blend soaked in a neutral spirit. The resulting liquid had to age in oak casks for up to five years. The competition will be judged by Simon Difford (of this manor), Max de Smit (Global Brand Ambassador), Arno van Eijmeren (founder of Barrelproof Company) and Yolanda Báez (Darling Rooftop Bar, New York).

The best way to experience the rich flavors of Heering Cherry is when served chilled in combination with a piece of chocolate. The flavor combination of chocolate and cherries works great and is a classic for a reason.

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We say: We do like a pun, especially a tasty pun. Sweet and sour cherry fortified with gin notes and delicate notes of mint and chocolate. Alternatively, you can mist the inside of the glass with absinthe. This results in less waste and a consistent application of the strongly flavored spirit. I like to use the atomizer bottles from Pina Barware. What makes it worth trying How to make: STIR first 2 ingredients with ice and strain into chilled glass. FLOAT thin layer of lightly whipped cream. Serve the liqueur straight up in a chilled liqueur glass. Serve it with just one small piece of dark chocolate and slowly indulge in the rich bittersweet flavors.