Using apple brandy instead of Cognac breathes new life and an autumn edge into a classic cocktail. Save this Last Call recipe for cozy nights ’round the fireplace. You can hear it in the trees. The ...

I have a theory: I think that when someone is talking about living somewhere warm— Phoenix or Los Angeles or something—and says “but I would miss the seasons,” what they’re actually saying is that ...

Have you heard of it before? Seen someone order it? Had a bartender regale you with its history? If not, allow me. The Applejack Rabbit dates back to the dark days of Prohibition and highlights apple ...

Brandy has a long history in the U.S., but its popularity took a big hit in the 20th century, partially due to Prohibition. It appears to be making a resurgence. One apple farmer has taken up ...

One of the annoying little quirks of the American spirits industry is that everyone tries to sell you on the story that they are the “oldest” whatever or the “first” to do this or that. Evan Williams ...

Prairie Rose is Food & Wine's senior drinks editor. A trained sommelier, cocktail book author, and wine and spirits educator, in addition to Food & Wine she is also the senior editor of Liquor.com.

The Jack Rose is one of those amazingly popular cocktails that… just sort of got lost over time. Before we get into the history of it, know this: The Jack Rose is a Hawaiian Punch for grown-ups. It’s ...

Apple gravy begins as sauteed apples caramelized in butter and turns into a sauce with surprising depth and subtle sweetness, thanks to a glug of apple brandy and a base of rich beef broth. The fruit ...

Join us on a spirited journey as we explore the rich history of Applejack and Apple Brandy Join us on a spirited journey as we explore the rich history of Applejack and Apple Brandy, discovering their ...