Are you curious about cherry cordials? Learn a bit about their history!
Cherry cordials are a beloved chocolate confection that has been delighting candy lovers for generations. With their rich chocolate shell and luscious cherry-filled center, these treats offer the perfect balance of sweetness, fruitiness, and indulgence. If you’re a fan of chocolate-covered cherries, you’ll love the dark chocolate cherry cordials available from Wockenfuss Candies in a 12-pack gift box—the perfect treat for yourself or a thoughtful gift for someone special!
A Bite of History: The Origins of Cherry Cordials
The history of cherry cordials can be traced back to 17th-century France, where the term “cordial” originally referred to a sweet, fruit-infused liqueur believed to have medicinal properties. Over time, chocolatiers began encasing cherries in sugar syrup and coating them in chocolate, leading to the decadent treat we know today.
By the 19th century, cherry cordials had become a popular confection in Europe and the United States. The technique of using a special enzyme to liquefy the sugary cherry center was developed, creating the signature burst of sweet cherry flavor found in modern cordials.
What Makes Cherry Cordials So Delicious?
Cherry cordials are crafted with a whole maraschino cherry, encased in a sweet liquid center, and coated in a smooth dark chocolate shell. When you take a bite, the chocolate gives way to the juicy, flavorful cherry filling, creating an irresistible combination of textures and flavors.
The dark chocolate variety enhances the sweetness of the cherry while adding a rich, slightly bitter contrast, making these treats even more indulgent.
Fun Facts About Cherry Cordials
- Some cherry cordials contain liqueur, but many modern varieties use a sugar syrup to create the liquid center.
- The process of making cherry cordials involves aging them for a few weeks to allow the enzyme to break down the sugary coating into a smooth, liquid center.
- Cherry cordials are a popular holiday treat, often given for Christmas and Valentine’s Day.
- The phrase “cordial” comes from the Latin word cordialis, meaning “of the heart”—perhaps a fitting name for a candy that brings so much joy!
Where to Find Cherry Cordials
If you’re looking for the perfect cherry cordial, Wockenfuss Candies offers a 12-pack gift box of dark chocolate cherry cordials that makes a fantastic gift or personal indulgence. Whether you’re enjoying them on a cozy evening or sharing them with loved ones, these classic confections never disappoint.
Stop by a Wockenfuss Candies location or browse our online shop to select a box of these decadent cherry cordials today!
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