morello

[ muh-rel-oh ]

noun

, plural mo·rel·los.

1. a variety of sour cherry having dark-colored skin and juice.
2. the tree bearing this fruit.

morello

/ məˈrɛləʊ /

noun

1. a variety of small very dark sour cherry, Prunus cerasus austera

Word History and Origins

Origin of morello¹

First recorded in 1640–50; perhaps from Italian amarello a variety of sour cherry, confused (in English ) with Italian morello “blackish”; amarelle, morel ²

Word History and Origins

Origin of morello¹

C17: perhaps from Medieval Latin amārellum diminutive of Latin amārus bitter, but also influenced by Italian morello blackish

Example Sentences

For those who don’t revel in desserts smothered in cherry, this subtle morello cherry macaron with white chocolate ganache is a delectable, light treat.

From Washington Post

Felicity Cloake’s perfect version contains almond essence and kirsch – a morello cherry liqueur which she describes as “ridiculously expensive”.

From The Guardian

I use the morello cherry preserve from Sainsbury’s special selection; if you’re using a less elegant, and probably sweeter confection, reduce the sugar content a little.

From The Guardian

As I nurse a pink teacup of dark drinking chocolate and contemplate its suggested “zingy, morello cherry and smoky” notes, Natalia Alexeeva explains that the English have an affinity for sweet, milky treats.

From Washington Post

More dessert beer than refresher, it’s what owner Volker Stewart describes as “a straightforward brown ale” with sour morello cherry juice added during the tail end of fermentation.

From Washington Post