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Jack-In-The-Box

Jack-In-The-Box is an alcoholic cocktail built on Applejack. It leans apple, pineapple and bitter. Shaken and served in a Cocktail Glass. Expect about 19.7% ABV and roughly 89 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic19.7% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

89 kcalCalories
19.7%ABV
3gSugar
3.8gCarbs
0.67Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easyshaken drink

Why: 3 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

How to Make It

  1. Shake with ice and strain into chilled cocktail glass.Shaken

How to Serve

Glass
Cocktail Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

ApplePineappleBitter

Supporting notes

FruitOakSweetTropicalSpice

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • TropicalSuggested from its tropical and pineapple notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Food pairings

Tropical FoodSpicy FoodGrilled Seafood

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeVeganVegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Pineapple Juice1.0 oz

Orange JuiceWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount first; add a little sweetener only if the drink tastes thin.
What changes
Orange juice can replace pineapple juice when a less tropical drink is acceptable.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Passion Fruit JuiceWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use slightly less at first and add sweetener only if needed.
What changes
Passion fruit juice can replace pineapple juice when a sharper tropical flavor is welcome.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Angostura Bitters1 dash

Aromatic BittersWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Start with the recipe’s dash count and taste before adding more.
What changes
Another aromatic bitters can replace Angostura when some change in spice and fruit character is acceptable.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Orange BittersNot a neutral swap
How much to use
Start with the recipe’s dash count and taste; the result will lose some baking-spice character.
What changes
Orange bitters can replace Angostura only when a brighter, more citrus-led result is acceptable.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

Frequently asked questions

What is a Jack-In-The-Box?
The Jack-In-The-Box is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Cocktail Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 19.7%. A standard serving contains approximately 89 calories.
What does a Jack-In-The-Box taste like?
Jack-In-The-Box has a flavour profile featuring Apple, Pineapple, Bitter, Fruit. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Jack-In-The-Box?
Jack-In-The-Box pairs well with Tropical Food, Spicy Food, Grilled Seafood. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Jack-In-The-Box?
The Jack-In-The-Box has an ABV of approximately 19.7%. That's approximately 0.67 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 89 kcal, 3.0g sugar, 3.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Jack-In-The-Box typically served?
Jack-In-The-Box is often suggested for Tropical, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Jack-In-The-Box?
If you enjoy Jack-In-The-Box, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Jack-In-The-Box at home?
Yes. The Jack-In-The-Box uses 3 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Cocktail Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?
Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Jack-In-The-Box with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.