Applejack
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Ingredient Information

Name

Applejack

Category

Bebidas

Popularity

8 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Applejack is a traditional distilled spirit made from fermented apples, known for its notable fruity aroma and intense flavor. This liquor is produced by distilling apple cider, a process that concentrates its flavors to obtain a beverage with a high alcohol content and a unique profile that combines the natural sweetness of apple with warm and spicy notes.

Its origin dates back to the colonial era in the United States, specifically in the New England region, where settlers developed this technique to preserve and take advantage of the abundance of locally grown apples. Over time, Applejack has become a popular ingredient in mixology and in recipes that require an aromatic and fruity touch with an alcoholic character.

Among its properties, its versatility stands out for complementing both sweet and savory preparations, providing a fruity and slightly caramelized flavor. Furthermore, being a natural distillate, it retains some of the aromatic compounds of the apple, which makes it especially valued in cooking and mixology.

In Latin American countries, the term Applejack does not have a widely used direct synonym, but it can be understood as apple brandy, distilled apple cider, or apple liquor. In some contexts, it may be confused with calvados, a French apple distillate, although each has its own production methods and characteristics.

Nutritional Properties

0g
fiber
5mg
sodium
3mcg
folate
52mg
potassium
23g
sugars
112
calories
0mcg
lycopene
0.4g
proteins
0mg
cholesterol
0mg
vitamin c
0g
total fats
28g
carbohydrates

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