Applejack Rabbit
The Applejack Rabbit is one of those drinks that feels both classic and clever, and it’s a personal favorite of mine for good reason. It all starts with a proper, 100% apple, bottled-in-bond brandy; that robust spirit is the absolute key. A split base of orange and lemon juice provides a balanced acidity that plays perfectly against the brandy's warmth, while a little dark maple syrup lends a complementary, woodsy sweetness. We've brought these essential cocktail ingredients together for the House of Bitter Bear because this particular combination is simply undeniable. As Anders Erickson will tell you, having these kinds of versatile and authentic craft spirits on hand is the whole point of building a great home bar.
Recipe Ingredients
1/2 oz. (15 ml) fresh orange juice
1/2 oz. (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
1/2 oz. (15 ml) pure maple syrup (dark)
Dehydrated orange wheel for garnish
Recipe Directions
2. Fill the tin with ice.
3. Seal it up and shake it down until well-chilled.
4. Fine strain the contents into your chilled coupe glass.
5. Garnish with a dehydrated orange wheel.
Shop the Ingredients
Laird's Straight Apple Brandy 100 Proof Bottled In Bond
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