We invited three influential Chilled 100 Bartenders to create skillfully crafted cocktails with springtime in mind and using Applejack.
Applejack, once the drink of choice for early American settlers, is now enjoying a resurgence in popularity. Imparting a unique and tantalizing flavor profile to cocktails, Laird’s Applejack ensures its “apple whiskey” is fresh, crisp, and a pure spirits beverage made from a blend of apple brandy and neutral grains.
The team at Laird’s challenges bartenders to experiment and substitute Laird’s Applejack in their classic and modern cocktails for a delicate aroma of tree-ripened apples. You won’t be disappointed!
Check out these 3 must mix cocktails made with Laird’s iconic Applejack crafted by our expert Chilled 100 Bartenders.
Brandy’s Secret Cove
Created by Lillian Del Piero, bartender in Reno, NV
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Laird’s Applejack
- 1 oz Lemon Juice
- 1 Barspoon Apricot Jam (store bought)
- ½ oz Ginger Syrup (Fiji Ginger syrup/the ginger people)
- Splash of Campari
Preparation: Build in tin, hard shake with ice for 15 seconds. Double strain over fresh ice into a Collins glass. Garnish with dried orange wheel.
Straight Jack-It
Created by Matt Pladgeman, bartender in Phoenix, AZ
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Laird’s Applejack Brandy
- ¾ oz Apricot Liqueur
- 1.4 oz Lavender Brandy
- ¾ oz Fresh lemon juice
- ½ oz Agave syrup
- 4 Dashes Peach Bitters
Preparation: Shake all ingredients with ice and strain over fresh ice in Collins glass. Fresh lemon slices through out Collins glass, top with fanned honey crisp apple slices for garnish.
Peachful Waters
Created by Kati Larson, bartender in Indianapolis, IN
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 oz Laird’s Applejack
- 1/2 oz Peach Schnapps
- 3/4 oz Lemon Juice
- 1 oz Honey Aloe Vera Water
Preparation: Shake and strain over fresh ice. Fine spritz of rose water over top of cocktail. Peach fan on pick with apple ball for garnish.
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Source: Mixology News
