Applejack
(noun)
- A type of strong, clear liquor made from apples, typically having an alcohol content of around 40%.
- An alcoholic drink made from apples, especially cider that has been distilled to increase its alcohol content.
Origin:
Early 18th century: from apple + jack, originally denoting a machine for raising apples from a container, later used for the liquor produced.
Examples:
- I'll have a glass of applejack, please.
- The homemade applejack was a potent brew that made him feel warm all over.
- The applejack was aged in oak barrels for several years to give it a smooth flavor.
- After a hard day's work, the farmers would enjoy a glass of applejack to unwind.
- The applejack was made from a blend of different types of apples to give it a unique taste.