Big Apple Cooler
Description
The Big Apple Cooler is a brandy-based long cocktail named after New York City's nickname 'Big Apple'. It features the natural sweetness and fruity flavor of apple juice, with grenadine syrup adding a beautiful scarlet color and soda water providing refreshing effervescence. With an alcohol content of only 8%, it offers a gentle taste that even those unaccustomed to alcohol can enjoy. Served in a Collins glass, it's visually appealing and perfect for special celebrations.
Origin
Country of Origin: United States （1970s）
The Big Apple Cooler is believed to have been created around the 1970s when New York City's tourism campaigns were flourishing. While the 'Big Apple' nickname itself was popularized by a racing reporter in the 1920s, this cocktail was conceived as an approachable and glamorous drink using the city's iconic nickname. By featuring apple juice as a key ingredient, it also represents the connection to apple, New York State's official fruit.
Birth Date Meaning
A creative person who can immerse themselves in their hobbies
The sweet, vibrant flavor and scarlet color of this cocktail represents the passion and rich sensibility of someone who can get absorbed in creative activities
Famous Quotes
- "If you can make it in New York, you can make it anywhere" - Frank Sinatra
Trivia
- Named after New York City's nickname 'Big Apple'
- The term 'Big Apple' was popularized by New York racing reporter John Fitz Gerald in the 1920s
- The 'Big Apple' nickname was revived in the 1970s as part of New York City's tourism campaign
- Apple is the official state fruit of New York, creating a deep connection to the cocktail name
- Collins glasses typically hold 300-410ml, making them ideal for carbonated cocktails
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Brandy - 30 ml
- Apple Juice - 60 ml
- Grenadine Syrup - 1 tsp
- Sugar Syrup - 1 tsp
- Soda Water - 60-90 ml
- Ice - 適量 pieces
Instructions:
- Pre-chill a Collins glass with ice
- Add brandy, apple juice, grenadine syrup, and sugar syrup to a shaker
- Add ice and shake vigorously
- Strain into the ice-filled Collins glass
- Top with soda water
- Gently stir to combine
- Garnish with cherry or orange slice if desired