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Applejack rabbit served in a coupe glass garnished with a thin slice of apple sitting on a worn wooden outdoor table strewn with a few yellow fallen leaves.
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Applejack Rabbit

The applejack rabbit is a marvelous cocktail. Simple, sumptuous, and incredibly well-balanced, it also makes a perfect drink for celebrating the autumn harvest season. It starts with an ambrosial base of applejack or Calvados and then combines the lively tartness of fresh citrus with the rich sweetness of maple syrup. The original recipe dates back nearly a century, and its longevity is a testament to the fact that the best cocktails are often both surprisingly easy to prepare and luxurious to sip.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword apple, autumn, cocktail, easy, fall, quick, Thanksgiving
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 drink

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces applejack or Calvados
  • ¾ ounce fresh orange juice
  • ¾ ounce fresh lemon juice
  • ½ ounce maple syrup
  • thin slice of apple or lemon twist (to garnish)
  • sprinkle ground cinnamon (optional, to garnish)

Instructions

  • Combine the applejack or Calvados with the orange juice, lemon juice, and maple syrup in a cocktail shaker along with plenty of ice.
  • Shake until well-chilled, about 30 seconds.
  • Strain into a coupe glass. Garnish with a thin slice of apple or lemon twist and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, if desired.