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Applejack Rabbit
Apple brandy, orange and tart lemon enriched with maple syrup. Strike the perfect balance and this is a delicious combination. This cocktail's name alone...
26th January 2025 at 01:57
I tried this with Boulard Calvados and Laird's Bottled in Bond Applejack. Both were equally good. I also made my own variant with Calvados that reduces the maple syrup by 5 ml, and adds 10ml Poli Miele. That was pretty good too.
4th October 2024 at 22:41
Going for fall season cocktails and this definitely fits the bill.
There are layers of flavors throughout without one being overly prevalent. Apple, citrus and a hint of maple syrup. I also added a dusting of cinnamon powder on the top and it really added more of that fall season feel.
There are layers of flavors throughout without one being overly prevalent. Apple, citrus and a hint of maple syrup. I also added a dusting of cinnamon powder on the top and it really added more of that fall season feel.
5th October 2024 at 07:10
Thanks, Miguel. This is indeed a great candidate for an autumnal cocktail, and I've now tagged accordingly.
20th July 2024 at 05:03
That is hard to beat, no modifications planned lol might play around with more acidity and a tad more sweetness say, 20 ml lemon 18ml M Syrup.
6th June 2024 at 22:24
A well-balanced and delicious drink! Made with 45 ml of Laird's Straight Apple Jack 100 Proof.
26th April 2024 at 22:32
Excellent drink….I have both Laird’s Applejack & Roger Groult Calvados on my shelf. They both taste great. However, Calvados one had more layers coming through. Used Cara Cara Orange here which is a bit less sweet than regular orange….work well.
20th October 2023 at 17:28
Tastes like the sum of its ingredients and is perfectly balanced over them. Apple but not too much. Tart but not sour. Not too strong but not just an apple flavoured screwdriver with the OJ. Absolutely delicious - and even better with a pinch of cinnamon over the top.
15th August 2023 at 03:22
Also in Trader Vic's Bartender's Guide, revised, copyring 1947, 1972: Jack Rabbit Cocktail - 1 oz applejack, 1/2 oz maple syrup, 1/2 tsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp teaspoon orange juice. Pretty tasty, but maybe too sweet.
20th July 2023 at 20:26
Really nice and rich drink; however, I had followed Jim Meehan’s original specs and went with 2 oz Laird’s straight apple brandy, ¾ oz each lemon and orange juice. and ½ oz maple syrup. My wife very quickly said I should add it to the Rolodex! (I have not tried your specs yet.)
21st October 2022 at 01:10
Made these tonight for World Calvados Day! Delicious! Added a tiny bit more lemon juice than recipe called for.
21st October 2022 at 00:26
Tastes like the perfect cider with a nice smooth kick. Not too sweet or too boozy just right. Yum!
2nd February 2022 at 01:11
Loved the hint of maple at the end. Did use only 2/3s the amount of maple syrup as our oranges are super sweet. The cocktail is a bit on the sweet side, but not overbearing. Very nice.
14th October 2021 at 01:57
This is a good cocktail thats sweet and smooth. I cant taste the maple directly but its just the right balance of sweetness with the orange I used.
19th March 2021 at 20:49
Delicious with Meyer lemon juice. I prefer it with equal part lemon and orange!
3rd February 2021 at 19:24
This is more sweeter than we expect.
It’s like a Tatin pie. A short part of apple tarte. Really delicious.
It’s like a Tatin pie. A short part of apple tarte. Really delicious.
I have the Calvados in my freezer and it's ever so slightly freezing over, getting ice-crystals when pouring. I might try an ice-distill of the Château du Breuil to see if I can increase the ABV that way. (It's a completely legal procedure where I live)