How to use APPLEJACK! 4 delicious drinks to try this fall

[@AndersErickson]

Landing pads

[@airanas1]

Aussie Steve made an episode focused on your grenadine.

[@Dr_Bombay]

after all these cocktails, i'm 100% certain i'm gonna start calling them "panding lads" lol

[@LoriBeehler]

Your Wisconsin accent really stood out when you said “coasters” and it made me smile 😊

[@si06civic86]

I just ordered the bitter bear coaster and the cocktail glass with the bear logo. I figured id get the sticker that way !! I hope I get two stickers though haha

[@Ignition_Spark]

Ooooooh I was hoping for an Applejack video from Anders Erickson, World Renowned KZbinr and Bartender, the Honorable, the Brave, Slayer of Dragons, Keeper of Keys, esquire III Sr.

[@AndersErickson]

Ha! Nicely done

[@miksologia]

@Ignition_Spark you beat me to it 😀

[@gooner9038]

I just poured me and and my wife an Autumn Rose and that is one of the most shockingly delicious things we've ever had. A triumph.

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks for giving it a shot! Happy you both enjoy it. Cheers

[@ChemistryTalkwithDan]

I once created a drink for the fall/holidays that is simply called Apple Pie. I use 1.5 oz. applejack, .5 oz. Licor 43, .75 oz. lemon juice, .5 oz. orgeat, and .25 oz. cinnamon syrup. Shake and open pour into a rocks glass with crushed ice. It really does taste like you're drinking a slice of apple pie!

[@cparks1000000]

I'm going to make this except substituting Goldschlagger for the syrup.

[@SFguy415]

I've flown on Pan Am. Clearly I'm over 21. This episode might be just enough to push me over the edge and into picking up my first bottle of Applejack.

[@clairemills9684]

Same:)

[@MBaker-rk9jp]

MY GUY! I was just cruising through your channel and my copy of Regarding Cocktails to sort out what to do with my last two ounces of Apple Jack. You’re THE champ! Seriously, I’ve been a long time subscriber and I really enjoy your content.

[@AndersErickson]

Appreciate the comment. Enjoy that last bit of applejack! Cheers

[@confetti7543]

ive had a bottle of applejack i basically never touch so this is nice. also that last drink recipe is like exactly the kind of cocktail id immediately order off of a cocktail bar menu with no hesitation. cant wait to make one tonight.

[@Wico90YT]

Buy Applejack in summer for the 4th of July and another to keep until September.

[@odiec5567]

Pan American Clipper is a house favorite. Excited to try some new recipes!

[@cracgor]

From my research the distinguishing feature of "jack" is that it uses freeze distillation or fractional freezing. Basically, you make apple cider the. Freeze and since alcohol has a lower freezing temperature the ice you scoop off increases the alcohol percentage.

[@alexd481]

I have made the Pan Am cocktail on several occasions, and it tastes great. However, I use Calvados instead, because calvados can double as cooking ingredient in certain French recipes.

[@richmosley2519]

Totally Landing Pads And thank you for more Applejack cocktails. I love that stuff and needed ideas.

[@AndersErickson]

Hope you enjoy the drinks! Happy weekend

[@pghshyster3823]

I recently developed my own applejack cocktail, which I call the “Everything Apple All At Once”: 1/2 oz. unfiltered apple-cider vinegar 3/4 oz. Woods Cider Mill boiled apple cider 2 oz. applejack 1 dash aromatic bitters 2 dashes apple bitters (I'm using Hella Apple Blossom bitters) Shake with ice and serve up with an apple slice. If it's too tart for your taste, add a little more boiled cider.

[@torsloke]

I was just discussing with our neighbors our plans for Trick or Treating this year. Every year we set at the ends of our driveways with the candy, and one neighbor will make some food, one always makes spooky Jell-O shots, and one cookies or some dessert, and I’m in charge of drinks. Previous years I’ve made Sangaree because that’s our street name, but last year it was chilly so I made a spiced applejack punch (you’re dead on, apricot brandy is a clutch flavor with the apple). So I’m glad to have some more applejack recipes to taste test and find the perfect one for All Hallows Eve. Cheers!

[@wetzles]

I like to use Applejack in the Saratoga cocktail. 1oz Rye, 1oz Brandy, 1oz Sweet Vermouth, bitters, stir with ice. Quite delicious.

[@brandonp7503]

I just got my first bottle of apple jack (a 750 for about twenty dollars) a few weeks ago after intending to try it for years. I brought it home, took a sip straight from the bottle, looked at it, and said out loud, "Oh, you're delightful, but I have no idea what to do with you." It's been sitting on my shelf since then, so thank you for making this video. Also, I spoke to my bottle of brandy in front of my teenage daughter, and she still thinks I'm weird.

[@Shadeslayer1405]

In the recipe for the second one, you said OJ and I automatically knew what you meant -- in the dive bar where I work, we do some drinks with Orange Crush (an orange soda for those who don't know), and some with OJ, so I always notate it as a drink with OJ or with Orange (if it's the orange crush lol). Love the videos from you Anders, they've been very helpful as I'm learning how to barback

[@drdrai7479]

"Half oz of OJ; that means orange juice. I was just trying to be, you know, brief." lmao

[@jasonlyle3109]

Autumn Rose is a bigggg hit! Thanks again you two!

[@amandamosser1854]

Anders, you’re amazing. You keep me interested, and you keep me interesting to my friends. You are one of the best channels on KZbin. Keep the good Times coming! I appreciate you.

[@ianhill2060]

In the Fall I make a Marconi Wireless: 2oz Applejack, 1oz sweet vermouth, 2 dashes orange bitters. Delicious, it tastes like autumn leaves falling.

[@OneImperfectSaint]

I don't know if I've really seen someone focus on Applejack before. It's a great set you've put together. Love that there's usually one original.

[@tluagel]

I have no choice but to try your original with Calvados since that's what's in my bar. Consequently, I'll rebaptize the drink "Rose d'automne"

[@tluagel]

So, I just did what I said I would do, and it's sweet, maybe too sweet because of the calvados

[@markusfreund6961]

@@tluagel Nice, should be right up my alley then.

[@bartkoscinski9421]

I've been squeezing my own oranges, adding sugar to make syrup, and then subbing that in for simple syrup in some drinks. I usually don't like OJ in cocktails either, but I think it works better as a syrup.

[@AndersErickson]

Like this move

[@michaelkubler8391]

Just last night I invented (maybe?) the Ginger Apple Manhattan with Applejack. Also tried it with Calvados, which was good but very different. 2oz apple, 1 oz ginger liqueur, 1 oz sweet vermouth, heavy dash of Angostura.

[@AndersErickson]

Recipe looks great! Thanks for sharing

[@2ndHandSoul91]

Yea!!! I was waiting for this one! As for calvados, I've been looking for Lemorton pear calvados from the Domfrontais region. Not sold in our area anymore.

[@AndersErickson]

Wait no more. Cheers

[@michaelfelsinger-k2i]

Nice one, Anders. I'm going for the Apple Jack Rabbit. I lost most of my bitters and other stuff when the house got renovated recently. So all I need to do is buy a bottle of Apple brandy unblended. I don't think we get the US apple brandy in Australia so I'll have to buy the next best. You seem to have recovered from your health issues, which is good news for you and good news for us who depend on your tips, sips and recipes. All the best to you and Az !

[@AndersErickson]

Appreciate the comment. Congrats on the renovation!

[@MrWhangdoodles]

I have a feeling you really love apricot liqueur, considering another of your originals (Lucky Stone, I believe) has apricot liqueur too. Great recipes as usual again Anders, thank you! I only have Calvados at home, so I'll need to see how well the tecipes translate with it.

[@AndersErickson]

Won't be the last time I use it either. Good stuff

[@MrWhangdoodles]

@@AndersErickson I have the exact same bottle at home. I love Giffard.

[@eclipse1018]

I literally went to the store today thinking, "it's getting to be fall, time to pick up a bottle of applejack," so perfect timing. I'm definitely going to give a few of these a try!

[@jeffhiatt1682]

some delicious sounding drinks. at 4:34 you say "ounce and a half of Applejack" but the text in the upper left corner says "1/2 ounce"

[@troyb3394]

Yeah I was thinking the same thing. The recipe in the description reads 1.5 oz as well so I'm guessing 1.5 oz is the correct measurement

[@AndersErickson]

Oops sorry about that. Should be 1.5 oz

[@maxzen203]

I found the Applejack Rabbit in a cocktail book I bought at a library cleanup sale and it became my signature cocktail early on when I was mixing up drinks for company. Never heard anyone else mention it until the last few years so very happy it's seeing the light of day again!

[@oscarsnr]

One of the first cocktails I ever made, thanks to the app I use. It tastes good.

[@richmosley2519]

Yes! I love applejack and needed more cocktails. You rock Anders!

[@raxalot]

I riffed on the Jack Rose but used Acid Adjust Blood Orange Juice and your grenadine. We called it Jack's Bleeding Heart.

[@alfredanheier4779]

Landing pads are a valid replacement to coasters, for sure. Especially if you're sketchy about sticking that landing... I'm officially a snob, I have Calvados, but no Apple Jack for me. There might be a Pan Clipper in my future, not today, since i'm three deep into Gin Daisies already. Cheers. Happy Friday!

[@AndersErickson]

Three Gin Daisies is a fun way to start the weekend! Cheers

[@Pman8362]

I picked up a bottle of apple brandy from Gulch Distilling in Helena Montana on a roadtrip this summer, glad to have some recipes to put it in now.

[@petermcguire4769]

Always looking for more Applejack cocktails, and more grenadine cocktails, so I'll definitely be trying the Pan American Clipper.

[@AndersErickson]

Hope you enjoy it. Cheers

[@QwertiusMaximus]

Just the thing for a bowl of Applejack cereal.

[@numanuma20]

I tried applejack 100% apple brandy and I prefer calvados instead. Applejack tastes more vanilla forward and less apple forward where Calvados has the cider flavor I like given its distilled cider. By the way, you can use pears with apples to make Calvados.

[@mattmelissa9464]

just made the pan american clipper using Pomme apple brandy from Virago Spirits in Richmond, VA. so tasty!

[@tobebrockner]

Hearing Az giggle in the background at you saying “landing pads” at 5:26 was the highlight of the video.

[@justingarner7163]

Any way of making fall inspired mocktails??

[@noahkohn9350]

For the applejack rabbit, try garnishing with freshly grated cinnamon! It tastes just like apple cider….but with a kick.

[@chuckstocksdale1762]

My own cocktail creation - The Bad Apple: 2 oz Laird's bonded, 1 oz Cynar, 2 dashes black walnut bitters, lemon twist. Tastes like rotting leaf litter, if that tasted good.

[@gardenworm78]

I just bought a bottle of Laird’s Applejack last week! And was wondering what to do with it. Perfect timing as always.

[@bennettniizawa7200]

First "big" family trip from CA to NYC/DC/Boston in 1977, age 9. Flew a Pan Am 747, got the little packet with the plastic wings, and got to eat with metal flatware

[@peterjuncker8488]

OJ is good in cocktails. You should try the Eastern Sour. IDK where I found it but it's just bourbon, orgeat, OJ, lemon.

[@TheAndreastt1]

Fabulous video, Anders! Thank you for being a huge source of inspiration. I will definitely try the Applejack Rabbit soon. Antique glasses are fun. I also collect antique glassware and have (so far) acquired around 20 antique cocktail glasses. It’s a slippery slope. How do you like the Laird’s Old Apple Brandy 7 1/2 year? (If you have tried it).

[@AndersErickson]

I've yet to try the 7 1/2 year Old Apple Brandy, but very curious!

[@xanderalmeida1866]

Portland represent!! The Widow's Kiss with green chartreuse is my personal favorite fall cocktail, but I am looking forward to trying these... gotta spruce up my fall/winter cocktail menu at work.

[@AddyandTerry]

Been rocking since your first video and love your products. I even make a few of your featured cocktails from time to time on my livestreams. Question- What do you use for your ice (shaking and stirring)

[@jonunciate7018]

I'm not a big fan of orange juice in cocktails either, but I often use orange peel as a garnish. I'll have to try the applejack rabbit. I need something to do with all my peeled oranges.

[@bipedalanimeskull]

Well now i know what to make this weekend! Was just thinking I wanna use up my apple brandy bottle as well

[@natalieb.1254]

My favourite to pour when I tended bar was Tequila Reposado, Lairds, Red Dubonnet with orange & brokers bitters.

[@hitch4645]

Big fan of using applejack as the base spirit in an Improved Japanese Cocktail. Goes great with the lemon and orgeat.

[@utsteinproductions]

Just made the apple jackrabbit and was amazed. Never was a fan of applejack until now.

[@opwave79]

I was on a Pan Am flight from Japan to San Francisco waaay back in 1976. My dad was in the Navy and we were leaving Japan for his new assignment in Florida.

[@inthebag84]

Yeah, the Apricot Brandy is a tough one for me to find a "good" one. Love this list though, as a Jack Rose is one of our favorites to make at home, but it would be nice to utilize our Apple Jack in some other stuff. Got another hit on your hands with this one!

[@joewansbrough2291]

Made the Applejack Rabbit and the Pam American. I used acid adjusted orange juice to bump up the OJ and really liked the drink - maple syrup as a sweetener with the other flavours was a winner for me, but I might make it a ‘thin’ 1/2 ounce next time. The Pan American was a little too sweet, I used the homemade grenadine and again might make it a ‘thinner’ 1/2oz if I make it again. With the absinthe it did have a candy flavour at the end, which was interesting because it was a flavour combo that I would have avoided if I saw it on a menu as I would have thought they would have worked. As both drinks had 1.5ozs of alcohol, I am thinking that is why they both seemed sweet. I am definitely making the AJ Rabbit again. Thanks for the intro to it. P.S. - I will try the other two drinks but need vermouth.

[@flickerdart]

If you can get a bottle of Tintura Imperiale (saffron based bitters from Naples) it works wonders in this drink instead of absinthe, but maybe start with 1 dash and see how you feel...

[@katashworth41]

Blanc Vermouth just makes me crack the same silly joke every time. Isn’t he that detective played by Daniel Craig? My partner is a saint when it comes to my jokes.

[@trudgemankPhD]

When in doubt, 3:50

[@Fishrokk]

Jacking is the method of production. it's not just a brandy. Applejack is hard cider that's been frozen and had the ice removed several times as the method of concentrating the alcohol (jacking) rather than heat distillation. At least, that's the way I heard it

[@EdibleZombie]

You are, as far as I can see, the only other person who mentions this. I was really disappointed to not hear a peep of this. Dude is supposed to be a pro. There IS a difference between applejack and apple brandy...sure, we can ignore it for the sake of availability and making cocktails, but we really should educate while we're at it.

[@mikeshardreviews4154]

Ok, massive props for mentioning how different products in this class can be. The distinction between blended and straight here is a huge, cause anything blended might as well just be (poorly) flavored vodka; weak AF character. Love the list too, cocktails tailored to using applejack. Most of the time when I introduce people to knew spirits like applejack I say just make your favorite cocktail with it and see what happens. This is much more informative, and every single one is delicious. Släinté my good man! Also, as an aside, I work for a distillery in SW Michigan. Would you be at all interested in some samples to try in cocktails for the show? I’m sure I can get them to you for free.

[@Centurion2023]

Looking forward to trying your original! Question, what's the significance of the train in the top right hand corner at 9:43?

[@AndersErickson]

A loud train was rolling past. The sticker's for those wondering what the sound is in the background

[@Centurion2023]

@@AndersErickson Omg,that's too funny. I didn't even realize it while watching. Thanks for getting back to me.

[@FarlzBarkley]

I haven’t been able to find Laird’s BIB, but I have used their regular apple brandy in a brandy old fashioned and that has been delightful. I’ll definitely give these a try while I’m still on the hunt for BIB.

[@hudsonwebber784]

I love Jim Meehan’s Newark cocktail for an applejack cocktail

[@espressonerd]

That Autumn Rose of yours is spectacular. Thank you as always!

[@CrusinVK]

@2:40 how expensive are limes in the US? In Australia they're currently about A$35-40 per kg. I think thats roughly $25-28USD for 2lbs

[@AndersErickson]

Wow I'm not seeing them that expensive here. In fact I feel like I should send you some

[@SFguy415]

I see an Australian business opportunity . . . . (Around me limes are 29 cents each.)

[@Default78334]

A 3lb bag at Costco cost me around $6 last week.

[@jacksongilder]

Had everything for the Autumn Rose. What a delightful drink.

[@UnclePete]

Pan American Clipper is great. (I have flown Pan Am BTW as a kid) Autumn Rose sounds good too! Might have to try that.

[@AndersErickson]

Don't know why I always wanted to fly Pan Am. Maybe it was the catchy name, but in my head everyone flew first class and it was a party in the sky. Please tell me that was your experience.

[@UnclePete]

@@AndersErickson No First Class Im afraid. Flew on TWA as well, which had a cool logo

[@cristobal71]

Thx Anders. In France we only find Calvados. So I think I’ ll try your recipes with Calva. Is it serious doctor ?

[@deliveranzfc4834]

I have a feeling I made it with Calvados previously because Apple jack is hard to get hold of in Australia and it was nice but I just got me some Laird’s and made the proper version of the Autumn Rose. A+ This is a bloody lovely drink.. fruity, tart and creamy, everything in perfect harmony. Thanks Anders 👍🏻

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks for giving it a try! Happy you liked it

[@elizabethj7969]

Yaaaaas applejack!!! I always have some Laird's and I'm so excited to use it more!

[@greg2759]

I also find that apple jack is fun to play with as a substitute for bourbon or rye in a variety of cocktails. I'm particularly a fan of an applejack sazerac. A sazerjack if you will.

[@AndersErickson]

I will

[@cparks1000000]

I also hate orange juice in cocktails but absolutely love Aciduated Orange with vitamin C only instead of malic + citric.

[@znachkiznachki5352]

I didn't see your vid until this morning. Last night I made myself an Apple Cart. (Side Car variation) Now, I need to try these. To the bar!

[@theTang2007]

You should do a Portland Syrups video. The Rootbeer old fashioned is amazing

[@elizabethfierro4518]

I just ordered that incredible bottle of grenadine! Thanks Anders and Az! ❤❤. Can’t wait to make the cocktail Autumn Rose. 😊

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks for the support! Enjoy the Autumn Rose!

[@1997rasmus]

Wohoo, finally grendine recipe in grams!

[@frann.8879]

Hi Anders….love your content-always a good history lesson followed by 4 beautifully made cocktails👌👌I have to go with the autumn rose-love the apricot liquor❤️❤️ …Happy Fall! ..have a wonderful weekend and as always “CHEERS”😁😁

[@AndersErickson]

Thanks so much! Hope you enjoy your weekend - and the Autumn Rose. Cheers

[@carterhakim5477]

Do you still send out the newsletter thing?

[@AndersErickson]

Took a little break but it'll be back! Cheers

[@4everyoung24]

That bell shaped antique glass is still my favorite. Am I remembering correctly that it was your grandmother’s? Or am I making that up? Either way it’s so pretty.

[@Flyingcar100]

I am a big fan of the Jack Rose

[@NikosTzetos]

Thanks for the recipes. PanAm. Yes. Newark or JFK to Athens Greece, December 1989. Upgraded to the upper deck because I was late to the gate due to a lost suitcase. Great experience but no change of clothes in Athens.

[@DapumaAZ]

Jack rose as a shooter is a crowd pleaser versus a full cocktail Use class B maple or what used to be called class B with laird’s bonded

[@irock550]

How did you know… I just got a job at a liquor store and I have my eye on the laird’s apple brandy and I’ve been looking through recipes over the past few days. Kind of a niche spirit and you made a whole video about it, although I think I first heard of it from you! I was also wondering if I should get the apple brandy or the straight applejack, couldn’t come at a better time!

[@GrimsFedora]

Whenever Applejack comes up I have to suggest the Detroiter from 320 Main, a cocktail that really never got its due.

[@Stephen_Lafferty]

Great to watch on Saturday mornings over coffee!

[@jschoenack]

TO THE BAR!➡️🥃

[@Runge_was_here]

Applejack season is here! 🎉🍻 😂

[@jameslawrence5902]

The Applejack Rabbit was delicious.

[@itsratso.]

I'm really surprised that you didn't go into a little history. IMO the most interesting story in American spirits. fun fact: Lairds Applejack was issued, by the US govt, liquor license #1.

[@kevmc21]

Laird’s - yet another awesome product from New Jersey!!

[@christinecamley]

A richer Manhattan is bliss!! Cheers Anders!! 🙂

[@AndersErickson]

Happy weekend Christine! Cheers

[@christinecamley]

@@AndersErickson Thanks Anders!! Our mutual friend Vino loves his Calvados - me too! It is different but delicious as well!! I do love Laird's!! Yes to Yellow Chartreuse!! 🙂

[@valajonsdottir7794]

Coucou. These look so nice. Love your fancy glass too. How about a Halloween cocktail video?

[@rsklinge]

I just bought a bottle of maplejack (applejack cut with maple syrup,) so that applejack rabbit might be the one to try!

[@Frus77sh2]

I guess this is my sign to buy a bottle of Laird's this weekend isn't it?

[@brianbrinegar6086]

You rock!! 1 week after the request!!

[@pandaxx2932]

Looks good!

[@si06civic86]

I always enjoy watching your videos. By the way, I absolutely love my bar mat with the bear logo…. Question.. how can I get two more of your logo that’s a sticker??

[@MsSussiluss]

Hooray, Apple Jack drinks, but sometimes I wish it was easier to get hold on different Apple Jacks. Not easy to find in Sweden.