Jack Rose Cocktail
The Jack Rose Cocktail is a classic Ordinary Drink cocktail featuring Apple brandy, Grenadine, Lime. Watch our video tutorial to master this recipe.
About This Cocktail
The Jack Rose is a classic American cocktail with a beautiful balance of sweet, tart, and fruity flavors. It’s made with applejack (a type of apple brandy), lemon juice, and grenadine—a simple but elegant combination that results in a refreshing and slightly sour drink with a lovely pink hue. The Jack Rose was especially popular during the early 20th century and is often considered a pre-Prohibition cocktail. It’s named after a man named Jack Rose, though the exact origin of the drink and its connection to the person is somewhat murky.
Ingredients
How to Mix
Shake all ingredients with ice, strain into a cocktail glass, and serve.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ingredients are in a Jack Rose cocktail?
A Jack Rose cocktail is made with applejack, lemon juice, and grenadine.
What flavor profile does the Jack Rose have?
The Jack Rose features a balance of sweet, tart, and fruity flavors, resulting in a refreshing and slightly sour drink.
What is the color of a Jack Rose cocktail?
The Jack Rose has a lovely pink hue, which comes from the grenadine.
Is the Jack Rose a classic cocktail?
Yes, the Jack Rose is considered a classic American cocktail.
What type of brandy is used in a Jack Rose?
The cocktail uses applejack, a type of apple brandy.