What is Kirsch liquor?

kirsch, also called Kirschwasser, dry, colourless brandy distilled from the fermented juice of the black morello cherry. Kirsch is made in the Black Forest of Germany, across the Rhine River in Alsace (France), and in the German-speaking cantons of Switzerland. Its production methods remain traditional.

What is the main ingredient of the liqueur Guignolet?

Cherry, sugar, alcohol.

Can you drink kirsch straight?

Kirschwasser is usually imbibed neat. It is traditionally served cold in a very small glass and is taken as an apéritif. It is an important ingredient in fondue. People in the German-speaking region where it originated usually serve it after dinner, as a digestif.

Does kirsch need to be refrigerated?

The cherries in Kirsch keep well in a dark cool place like the cellar. You can also keep them refrigerated if you like. Allow them 3-4 weeks of resting time before serving, the flavors will develop. They will keep well for long (at least 6 months and probably longer), sugar and alcohol are good preservatives.

What is the best brand of kirsch?

While kirsch lovers — and there are many — will argue about favorite brands and the virtues of the new designer kirschwassers now popping up, probably the best readily available Kirsch is the Swiss brand Dettling. Another good one (possibly more widely available) is Etter.

What does Guignolet mean in English?

Definition of guignolet : a French liqueur made from black sweet cherries.

What can you substitute for Kirsch?

Apple Cider, Apple Juice, or Lemon Juice, for a Fresh Kick. A good substitute for Kirsch in a cheese fondue is apple juice or apple cider. In fact, any fruit juice will do if it has a clear consistency. Mix it with a little lemon juice to cut into the fat of the cheese and you’ve got a perfect non-alcoholic fondue!

What is the best brand of Kirsch?

What does kirsch taste like?

Kirsch, also known as Kirschwasser, is a clear fruit brandy distilled from cherries. Unlike other cherry-flavored “brandies,” Kirsch is not sweet. A good Kirsch should have pronounced cherry flavor and aroma as well as a subtle, bitter flavor that comes from distilling the pits with the cherry juice.