Applejack
The Applejack is a medium whiskey sour, sweet and tart on the palate. Built and served in a cocktail glass.
- 2 min
- Cocktail glass
- Built

Flavor profile
- Tart
- 87 out of 100
- Sweet
- 94 out of 100
- Fruity
- 40 out of 100
- Smoky
- 23 out of 100
- Boozy
- 43 out of 100
How to make an Applejack
To make an Applejack, build in a cocktail glass: 1 oz jack daniels, ½ oz Midori melon liqueur and 2 oz sour mix.
You'll need
- Jack Daniels1 oz
- Midori melon liqueur½ oz
- Sour mix2 oz
Instructions
- 1
Pour into a cocktail glass: Jack Daniels, Midori melon liqueur and sour mix.
- 2
Stir briefly to mix.
Why build it in the glass? Jack Daniels, Midori melon liqueur and sour mix only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.
Applejack questions
What does an Applejack taste like, and is it sweet?
Yes, it's on the sweet side: it's mostly sweet and tart. It's a medium drink at about 13% ABV once mixed.
How much alcohol is in an Applejack?
About 13% ABV after mixing with ice, about as strong as a glass of wine.
What's the difference between an Applejack and an Irish Spring?
Both use jack daniels and sour mix. The Applejack adds Midori melon liqueur, while the Irish Spring uses Peach brandy and orange juice. Both are built in the glass, but the Applejack goes in a cocktail glass and the Irish Spring in a highball glass.
How do I make a pitcher of Applejacks?
For 6 drinks, mix 6 oz jack daniels, 3 oz Midori melon liqueur and 12 oz sour mix in a jug and chill it. Pour over fresh ice to serve.
What glass do you serve an Applejack in?
A cocktail glass.