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Calvados

Calvados is a type of French brandy made from apples and aged in oak casks, giving it a distinct apple flavor with a touch of oak. This versatile spirit is commonly used in cocktails and mixology, adding depth and complexity to traditional drinks like the Old Fashioned or Manhattan. Its crisp apple notes also make it a great substitute for other spirits in various cocktail recipes, offering a refreshing twist on classic drinks. Its smooth and warming qualities make Calvados a popular choice among mixologists for creating unique and flavorful cocktails.
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With Calvados you can make

Apple crisp meets fiery spice.

Spicy Apple Cider Margarita

Tequila reposado, Calvados, Cider, Lime juice, Honey, Salt, Apple

Dessert in a Glass

Apple and Custard

Apple schnapps, Calvados, Advocaat, Vanilla syrup

Rich, warm, and storied

The Colonel

Calvados, Bourbon, Green Chartreuse, Cider, Cinnamon

A hot classic with a maple twist.

Jean Gabin

Dark rum, Calvados, Milk, Maple syrup

A classic marriage of rich and crisp flavors.

Widow's Kiss

Calvados, DOM Benedictine, Yellow Chartreuse, Aromatic bitters

Journey to flavor, bold and balanced

The Road to Rouen

Calvados, Yellow Chartreuse, Double Dutch Pomegranate & Basil

Indulge in velvety smooth elegance

Lazy Man Flip

Calvados, Ruby port, Sugar / simple syrup, Egg

Elegant blend of gin, apricot, and apple.

Angel Face

Gin, Apricot brandy, Calvados

A refreshing sunrise in every sip.

Apple Sunrise

Calvados, Creme de cassis, Orange juice

We've got 21 cocktails that can be made with Calvados.

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Q&A

SERVING_SUGGESTIONS

What is the most popular cocktail made with Calvados?

On makemeacocktail.com, the most popular cocktail featuring Calvados is the Hot Cross Bun Martini. It showcases Calvados’ apple-brandy character in a modern, dessert-leaning serve.

SERVING_SUGGESTIONS

What ingredients pair well with Calvados in cocktails?

Calvados pairs especially well with warming spices (like cinnamon and clove), citrus (lemon or orange), and honey or simple syrup to round out its oak-aged apple notes. It also works nicely alongside vermouth and bitters in spirit-forward, classic-style builds.

SERVING_SUGGESTIONS

How many cocktails can you make with Calvados?

There are 21 cocktails you can make with Calvados on makemeacocktail.com. That range includes both classic-inspired, spirit-forward drinks and more modern, fruit-and-spice-led recipes.

INGREDIENT_SPECIFICS

What is Calvados and what does it taste like?

Calvados is a French apple brandy that’s typically aged in oak casks. It tastes of crisp apple and baked orchard fruit with a warming brandy backbone and a subtle oak influence.

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