The grass is always greenest on St. Patrick’s Day. It’s a steadfast celebration full of green beads, green beer, green rivers, and one too many “kiss me, I’m Irish” t-shirts. Although the tradition may hold for Slane Irish Whiskey or a dark beer, sometimes it’s best to create your own traditions. Enter the newer green label on the back bar this year: Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Apple. Great served as a chilled shot to celebrate the festive day, Jack Apple also makes some delicious cocktails for your guests to sip on.
But first, Some Backstory
Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Apple is the latest addition to the Jack Flavors Family, made in the same spirit (no pun intended) as its predecessors; quality first. What makes Jack’s flavors different from other flavored spirits is that it starts with 100% Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey—the same drop-by-drop, charcoal-mellowed, smooth-sipping whiskey found in the iconic square bottle. To make Jack Apple, the whiskey is then blended with an apple liqueur made from Red Delicious, McIntosh & Granny-Smith apples for a tart and refreshingly crisp finish. The best thing about using apples as an ingredient, is that it lifts and refreshes whatever you add to it. Much like lemon or lime, you can use Jack Apple to add a hint of sweet and tart to really balance out whatever flavors you’re working with behind the bar.
Alright! Now for those cocktails...
Jack Apple Spritz
Spritzes aren't reserved just for Italian aperitif liqueur. The tartness of Jack Apple brings new life to a popular classic. Simply combine 1.5 parts Jack Apple, ¾ parts lemon Juice, ¾ parts simple syrup and ½ parts Italian aperitif liqueur. Shake & strain into a glass with ice and garnish with a lemon twist. Top with soda water.
Honey-Apple-Fire Shot
Call it a coincidence? It turns out the sweet taste of Jack Honey, the fiery kick of Jack Fire and the crisp finish of Jack Apple actually make a delicious chilled shot when combined together! Don’t believe us? You’ll have to try it yourself to see. Combine ⅓ oz Jack Fire, ⅓ oz Jack Honey & ⅓ oz Jack Apple into a 1 oz shot glass and serve! Wow guests by adding some green food coloring to make it extra festive!
Green Apple Flip
Who says you can't serve up Tiki drinks on St. Patrick's day? The crisp green apple finish of Jack Apple brings new and exciting flavors to this classic cocktail. Combine 1 part Jack Apple, ⅜ part lime juice, ⅜ part lemon juice and ½ part orgeat. Add 1 part pineapple juice, 1 part cream and 1 egg white in a shaker. Dry-shake, then shake on ice. Double strain into a collins glass and garnish with a pineapple slice or lemon wheel.
Jack Apple Fizz
Sometimes your guests want something light-tasting and refreshing, something they can sip on while enjoying surrounding company. A cocktail such as this is a must for any St. Patrick’s Day bar menu and Jack Apple and Soda water make the perfect solution. Just combine 1 part Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Apple and 8 parts soda water. Add a squeeze of lemon and serve!
There you have it, folks. The ways you can incorporate Jack Apple in your cocktails are almost limitless which is why it makes the perfect addition to your St. Patrick's Day cocktail lists. From classic riffs, to trendy spritzes, chilled shots & more, Jack Apple checks all the boxes when it comes to serving your guests responsibly on this festive day.
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