What is a suitable replacement for Kirsch?

Question

Where can I find it?

What can I use in it's place if I can't find it?

Here's the recipe I got it from!

Gruyere Cheese Fondue

2 Granny Smith, cored and sliced lengthwise
2 Bartlett Pears, firm but ripe, cored and sliced lengthwise
1/4 Cup Fresh Lemon Juice
1 Garlic Clove, halved
1 Cup Medium-dry White Wine such as Gewurztraminer
2 Cups Gruyere Cheese, shredded
2 Tsp Cornstarch
1 Tbsp Kirsch
1/4 Tsp Nnutmeg, freshly grated

Fill a bowl with cold water. Add the apple slices, pear slices, and 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon of the lemon juice.

Rub the inside surface of a fondue pot with the cut garlic halves. Light the heating element and adjust the flame to medium. Combine the wine and the remaining 2 teaspoons lemon juice in the fondue pot and bring to a simmer. In a bowl, toss together the Gruyere and cornstarch until well mixed. Gradually add the Gruyere mixture to the fondue pot, stirring constantly. Stir in the kirsch and heat without boiling until very thick, about 5 minutes.

Meanwhile, drain the apple and pear slices and arrange on a plate with the grapes. Arrange the bread cubes in another container. Stir the nutmeg into the fondue and serve immediately. Provide long forks for dipping. Serve with assorted vegetable dippers.

Answer 1

kirsch is the same taste and strength as cherry brandy

Answer 2

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kirsch

Answer 3

try using maracschino cherry juice.....