Opies Cocktail Cherries Maraschino are a familiar sight at children"s parties as they often adorn cakes, giving them a colourful and sweet topping.Maraschino cherries became popular in the United States after their introduction in the 19th century; the Americans tend to use them more in cocktails and ice cream sodas.If you fancy expanding your use of Opies Cocktail Cherries Maraschino then why not try adding them to a baked ham, or even a glass of cola to create your own home made cherry coke.