![]() The addition of apple brandy gives it a unique. But thisthe warm apple notes made decadent with maple syrup, and equal parts fresh lemon and orange juice adding levity and balancewas revelatory. Up to now, the breadth of Laird Dunn’s cocktail experience with applejack had been relegated to far too many sticky sweet Jack Roses. Made with apple brandy, almond syrup (orgeat), and lemon juice, this cocktail has a tangy and smooth flavor profile with a hint of sweetness from the orgeat. Then the drink came, gently, reverently slid across the bar. Will applejack reclaim its position as America's favorite spirit? Doubtful, but just like the jazz heard from the bar at Fine & Rare, it's a uniquely American invention we should all take more enjoyment in. The Harvest Moon Applejack Cocktail is a delicious Fall cocktail that is perfect for apple brandy lovers. Once the cocktail is well shaken, strain it into a chilled cocktail. Shake the mixture vigorously for about 15 seconds to ensure that all the ingredients are well mixed. Add 2 ounces of apple brandy, 1 ounce of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 1/2 ounce of simple syrup. While apples might often be seen as a fall or winter flavor, the spirit is essentially as versatile as whiskey or other brandies in cocktails, and even works well with gin as a split base, such as in a Bramble. To make an Applejack Cocktail, start by filling a cocktail shaker with ice. Using soju as a base might also work in this drink, but rather than fading into the background, the high-proof applejack can easily stand out alongside most any liqueur, herb or other modifier. The spirit takes its name from jacking, a term for freeze distillation. "Since we had a pomegranate and fig tree in the house, those fruits were the accompaniment." Applejack is one of the oldest continuously produced spirits in the United States. "On winter nights, my siblings and mom used to drink black tea after dinner, and my dad always added apple soju in his tea," Kim says. As a child, Kim's mother would make apple soju - fermented apple juice with neutral spirit added - which served as the drink's inspiration. Strain into a chilled coupe glass or with a giant ice cube in a double old fashioned glass. Fill the shaker with ice and stir vigorously for 10-15 seconds. Gently muddle the rosemary to extract the oils. Young Kim, beverage director at the recently opened Fine & Rare in New York City, brings a new take to these two ingredients in her Forbidden Fruit cocktail. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker or mixing glass. ![]() Grenadine and pomegranate also pair well with applejack and give the iconic Jack Rose its rosy hue.
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