Collins Cherry Syrup 12OZ

Collins Cherry Syrup 12OZ is a 12-ounce non-alcoholic cocktail syrup made with real sugar and cherry juice, designed as a professional-grade mixer for home and bar use. Reformulated with natural ingredients and free of high fructose corn syrup, it stands apart from many mass-market cherry syrups that rely on artificial sweeteners and flavoring.

Quick Facts: ABV: 0% (Non-Alcoholic)  |  Origin: USA  |  Type: Cocktail Syrup  |  Brand: Collins  |  Size: 12 oz

Production & Ingredients

Collins has built its reputation on bar-quality mixers, and the Cherry Syrup reflects that focus. The formula centers on water, real sugar, and cherry juice concentrate — a straightforward base that avoids high fructose corn syrup entirely. Color comes from purple carrot extract rather than synthetic dyes, and the ingredient list includes citric acid for balanced acidity, natural flavor, xanthan gum for body, and potassium sorbate, sodium benzoate, and sodium metabisulfite as preservatives. Collins sources ingredients directly from growers, prioritizing quality at the supply-chain level.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bright, ripe cherry with a gentle tartness. A subtle sweetness rises underneath, reminiscent of fresh cherry preserves without any cloying artificial edge.

Taste: The entry is distinctly sweet-tart, driven by real cherry juice concentrate. Mid-palate, the real sugar rounds out the flavor with clean sweetness, while citric acid keeps the profile lively and prevents it from becoming one-dimensional. The overall impression is balanced — sweet enough for cocktail work but with enough natural tang to avoid syrupy heaviness.

Finish: A lingering cherry tartness fades cleanly, leaving a pleasant fruity impression. There is no artificial aftertaste or waxy residue, which speaks to the natural ingredient base.

How to Use Collins Cherry Syrup

This syrup works as a direct pour in cocktails, requiring no dilution or preparation beyond measuring. It can also serve as a substitute for grenadine in recipes where a more authentic cherry flavor is desired.

• Cherry Sour: The sweet-tart profile mirrors the citrus backbone of a sour, adding depth without overwhelming the lemon juice.
• Shirley Temple / Roy Rogers: A natural fit — the real cherry juice delivers a more authentic flavor than standard grenadine in these classic non-alcoholic drinks.
• Singapore Sling: Swap it in for cherry liqueur syrup components to add cherry sweetness with precise control over sugar levels.

Best For

• Stocking a home bar with quality, natural-ingredient mixers
• Making non-alcoholic drinks for guests who prefer real-ingredient sodas and mocktails
• Bartenders seeking a grenadine alternative with genuine cherry flavor
• Adding to breakfast items like pancakes, waffles, or sparkling water

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Collins Cherry Syrup taste like? It delivers a sweet-tart cherry flavor built on real cherry juice concentrate and cane sugar, without the artificial or overly saccharine quality found in many competing syrups.

How does Collins Cherry Syrup compare to grenadine? Traditional grenadine is pomegranate-based, while Collins Cherry Syrup is cherry juice-based, delivering a more pronounced and specific cherry flavor; many bartenders use it as a grenadine substitute when a true cherry note is desired.

Is Collins Cherry Syrup good for cocktails? Yes — its balanced sweetness and real cherry flavor make it a versatile cocktail ingredient that integrates cleanly into both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks without leaving an artificial aftertaste.

Where is Collins Cherry Syrup made? Collins Cherry Syrup is a product of the USA, produced by the Collins brand, which sources its ingredients directly from growers.

What foods pair well with Collins Cherry Syrup? It works well drizzled over vanilla ice cream for a classic sundae topping, stirred into yogurt or oatmeal for natural cherry sweetness, mixed into lemonade or sparkling water for a cherry soda, and added to pancake or waffle batter for a fruity twist.

What sizes does Collins Cherry Syrup come in? The standard available size is the 12-ounce bottle.

Is Collins Cherry Syrup worth the price? Collins Cherry Syrup positions as a premium cocktail syrup within its category, justified by the use of real sugar, cherry juice concentrate, and the absence of high fructose corn syrup — ingredients that distinguish it from lower-cost, artificially flavored alternatives.

Why Collins Cherry Syrup?

The reformulated recipe built around real sugar and cherry juice concentrate is the core differentiator here. In a category dominated by products relying on high fructose corn syrup and artificial flavoring, Collins takes a cleaner approach that translates directly into flavor. The use of purple carrot extract for color instead of synthetic dyes reinforces the natural-ingredient commitment. For anyone building drinks at home or behind a bar who wants genuine cherry character rather than candy-like sweetness, this 12-ounce bottle delivers a noticeably more authentic result.