Jack Rose recipe

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Fruity apple brandy and grenadine classic, served straight up in a small coupe.

Aperitif Court Autumn cocktails Great classics
Volume 8 cl
Alcohol 22.5 %
Calories 1008 kcal
Colour Pink
Difficulty Easy
Published 10/2026
Prep time 4 min
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Pour the calvados, lemon juice and grenadine into a shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake vigorously.
  3. Strain into a chilled small coupe.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

Small coupe

Small coupe glass Buy

History

Hugely popular in the US in the early 20th century, it was originally made with applejack, an American apple brandy. Hemingway mentions it in “The Sun Also Rises”.

Decoration

Garnish with a thin apple slice on the rim.

Variation

Homemade grenadine, made from pomegranate juice reduced with sugar, makes a world of difference.

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Frequently asked questions

What else is Jack Rose called?

The Jack Rose cocktail is also known as jack rose, applejack cocktail, calvados cocktail, apple brandy grenadine.

Which glass should Jack Rose be served in?

It is recommended to serve this recipe in a Small coupe.

What is the volume of Jack Rose?

The volume of the Jack Rose cocktail is 8 cl.

What is the alcohol content of Jack Rose?

The alcohol content of the Jack Rose recipe is 22.5%.

How many calories are in Jack Rose?

The calories of the Jack Rose cocktail are estimated at 1008 calories.

What colour is Jack Rose?

The Jack Rose cocktail is Pink in colour.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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Updated on 17/10/2026

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