liqueur producer
Maraska
Maraska is a Croatian liqueur producer based in Zadar, best known for its Maraschino made from the local maraska cherry. It also produces fruit-based distillates and liqueurs and preserves a long tradition linked to Maraschino production in the Zadar region.
- Zadar · Dalmatia (Zadar County) · Croatia
- Since 1948
The story
Maraschino production in the Zadar area has historical origins dating back to the 18th century. The current company operating under the name Maraska was formed from the reorganization of local activities after World War II: the official registration as a state entity took place on 1 November 1948 under the name 'Distillery and liquor factory "Maraschino"' and the name was changed to 'Maraska' on 7 February 1949. Today Maraska d.d. continues the local tradition in the production of Maraschino and other products based on marasca cherries.
Production philosophy
Maraska focuses on enhancing native raw materials, in particular the maraska cherry of the Zadar area, combining local tradition with an international market presence. The company states a commitment to product quality and to developing a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages recognizable for their link to the territory.
Territory
Zadar and hinterland (Dalmatia), Croatia
Production method
Maraska's Maraschino production is based on the use of the maraska cherry typical of the Zadar hinterland; the company refers to traditional recipes and practices for the product. Specific technical details on distillation and production methods are not described in detail in the official sources consulted.
Characteristics
- Type
- liqueur producer
- City
- Zadar
- Categories
- cherry liqueurs
- Zadar maraschino
- fruit brandies (slivovitz, kirsch)
- Croatian spirits producer
- Raw materials
- maraska cherry (višnja maraska)
- plums (for šljivovica / slivovitz)
- Representative products
- Maraschino Liqueur 100cl - Maraska
- Maraschino Liqueur Zadar 70cl - Maraska
- Šljivovica (Slivovitz) - Maraska
What makes it distinctive
- Historically established brand associated with Zadar Maraschino, with deep local roots
- Use of the native maraska cherry from the Zadar hinterland
- Presence on international markets, with export activity (including the USA market)
- The modern company originated from the reorganization of local production and was officially registered in 1948
Products from Maraska
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