Leopold Bros Michigan Tart Cherry Liqueur

Dive into the vibrant essence of Leopold Bros Michigan Tart Cherry Liqueur. Crafted in Denver, Colorado, by the family-owned Leopold Bros Distillery, this 40-proof (20% ABV) liqueur is made from Montmorency tart cherries sourced from Northern Michigan. Renowned for their unique sweet-tart balance, these cherries are macerated and blended with eau-de-vie, then aged in glass carboys to preserve their fresh, vibrant flavors. It offers a bright, natural cherry profile with pronounced acidity and is non-chill filtered and free of artificial preservatives. Sip it neat, mix it into a Singapore Sling, or swap it for sweet vermouth in a Cherry Manhattan for a tart twist. Ever tasted cherries this lively in a glass?

Nose: Intense morello cherry bursts forth, with fresh and cooked cherry notes, raspberry, and a hint of almond from the pits. It’s a bright, jammy tease.

Palate: Syrupy yet tart, with red berry fruit, jam-like sweetness, and a zesty acidity. Subtle spice and fruit tannins add depth, evoking cherry pie with a lemony kick.

Finish: Medium-long, with lingering tart cherry, soft sweetness, and a clean, refreshing glow that invites another sip.

Pair this liqueur with dark chocolate truffles—the tartness cuts the cocoa’s richness. Want a bite? Try aged manchego; it lifts the almond notes. For dessert, a raspberry echoes the nose’s fruitiness. Feeling bold? Grilled duck with a cherry glaze ties the finish into a Midwestern feast.