Liqueur producer
Luxardo
Family-run Italian company specialized in liqueurs and spirits, best known for its Maraschino Originale and syrup-preserved cherries. Founded in 1821 in Zara (now Zadar) and relocated to Torreglia (Padua) after World War II.
- Torreglia · Veneto · Italy
- Since 1821
The story
Founded by Girolamo Luxardo in 1821 in Zara (then part of the Habsburg Empire, today Zadar in Croatia), the company became famous for its Maraschino and the processing of marasca cherries. After the devastation of World War II production was re-established in Torreglia (Padua) in 1947; since then the company has remained under Luxardo family control and has gradually expanded its range and markets.
Production philosophy
Combine the historical tradition of producing Maraschino and traditional Italian liqueurs with modern production methods, maintaining family control over quality and the supply chain (including marasca orchards). The company values historical artisanal practices alongside contemporary production technologies.
Territory
Production and administrative headquarters in Torreglia, Colli Euganei (Province of Padua, Veneto). Historical origins in the city of Zara (now Zadar, Dalmatia).
Production method
Production that integrates traditional copper pot stills, aging vats/tanks, cultivation and direct use of fruit (marasche) and modern bottling lines. The family's historic recipe is used for the Maraschino.
Distillation
Use of traditional copper pot stills for distillates and infusions; integration with modern processing methods.
Ageing
Use of aging vats/tanks for some products; specific methods are not always publicly disclosed.
Characteristics
- Type
- Liqueur producer
- City
- Torreglia
- Categories
- maraschino and cherry-based liqueurs
- traditional Italian liqueurs
- bitter and flavored liqueurs
- sambuca and anise liqueurs
- limoncello and citrus liqueurs
- gin (including London Dry and Sour Cherry versions)
- syrup-preserved cherries and pastry & gourmet products
- Raw materials
- marasca cherries (marasca)
- fruit for liqueurs (e.g., apricots)
- Representative products
- Maraschino Originale
- Sangue Morlacco
- Original Maraschino Cherries
- Bitter Luxardo Bianco 70cl
- Luxardo Apricot (Albicocche) 70cl
- Luxardo Sambuca (variante Passione Nera) 70cl
- Luxardo Sangue Morlacco Cherry Flask 20cl
What makes it distinctive
- Founded in 1821 in Zara (today Zadar) by Girolamo Luxardo
- Re-established in Torreglia (Padua) in 1947 after World War II
- Still entirely controlled by the founding family
- Direct cultivation of marasca trees and supply-chain control for Maraschino
- Luxardo Museum dedicated to the company’s history and production
Products from Luxardo
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