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Justine Fehley’s Avatar Justine Fehley
26th January 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.
Miguel Perales’ Avatar Miguel Perales
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.
Simon Difford’s Avatar Simon Difford
5th October 2024 at 07:10
Thanks, Miguel. This is indeed a great candidate for an autumnal cocktail, and I've now tagged accordingly.
Jose Cruz’s Avatar Jose Cruz
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.
Juan Simon’s Avatar Juan Simon
6th June 2024 at 22:24
A well-balanced and delicious drink! Made with 45 ml of Laird's Straight Apple Jack 100 Proof.
Michelle Bell’s Avatar Michelle Bell
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.
Avery Garnett’s Avatar Avery Garnett
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.
James Harrington’s Avatar James Harrington
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.
Andrew Gelb’s Avatar Andrew Gelb
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.)
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