Applejack cocktails were originally made from the uniquely North American potable applejack, an 80- to 100-proof brandy aged for two years in wood. One might speculate why the applejack cocktail is on the endangered species list, particularly with apple-flavored cocktails so common. The reason is that the majority of modern apple cocktails are made from apple-based spirits other than applejack.
With relatively few true brands of the potent applejack on the market, you are more likely to order a drink that uses apple brandy or schnapps. Barring your own home distillation, seek out real applejack to sample at home.
- Yield: 1 drink
- Difficulty: Easy
- Total: Under 5 mins
- Active: Under 5 mins
Ingredients (3)
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce grenadine
- 2 ounces applejack
Instructions
- Shake all ingredients well with ice; then strain into a cocktail glass or serve over ice.
