Type
Brandy, aged
Also known as
apple jack
Description
Generic for the first New World-native distilled spirit, first produced in the 17th century by English or European settlers in America. Currently it is often (but not always) blended with neutral spirits. Sometimes a bit of sweet apple wine is added to increase the depth and apple flavor of the bottled product. Excellent in cocktails. Brand example: Laird's Applejack
Flavor
whiskey and
apple
Availability
Limited availability. Produced and sold in United States. Known to be distributed in parts of North America. Export and/or distribution unreliable. Rarely exported. Regional. Available for on-line ordering in some markets.
Substitute
apple brandy
Usage examples
This ingredient appears in
93 recipes in CocktailDB.