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The Jack and Coke cocktail is a highball recipe. It is the combination of Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey and Coca-Cola soda pop over ice.

The Jack and Coke is a popular drink in North American bars. The origins of the recipe are unclear to this author. It is most likely a variant of the Presbyterian or "Press" drink recipe. Other names for a Jack and Coke include "JD and Coke" and "Kentucky Freedom".

Both Jack Daniel's Whiskey and Coca-Cola were originally formulated in the United States of America. It is popular with military personnel and patriotic supporters. The Jack Daniel's Collector's website reports that the distillery sold cans and bottles of "Jack and Cola" in Europe and Australia for a short time. Coca-Cola did not endorse or contribute to that formula.

The ingredients for a Jack and Coke are as follows:

* 2 oz (a full shot glass or 8 counts) Jack Daniel's Tennessee Whiskey
* 10 oz Coca-Cola (roughly 1 can)
* Ice cubes

Fill a glass with ice. Pour the Jack Daniel's over the ice and then fill the glass up with Coca-Cola. Stir this mixture. This drink can be garnished with a lemon, lime, or cherry.

The Jack and Coke should be served in either a Collins glass or a Rocks glass. A Collins glass typically holds 8 fluid ounces. A Rocks glass holds between 5 and 10 fluid ounces.

A "Double Jack and Coke" would have up to 3 ounces, or two full shot glasses, of whiskey mixed in to the drink. Generally speaking, this recipe should be adjusted so it's within 1 part whiskey to 3 parts cola. Most bars carry bottles of Jack that run between 80 and 85 proof in alcohol content. Use caution when serving "A Double" to customers who may already be intoxicated.

Coca-Cola that's being poured from a can or bottle needs to be poured slowly. Use your discretion if your bar is stocked with Pepsi or generic cola and you have to use that instead.
Some bartenders use Cherry or Vanilla Coca-Cola when serving this drink. Always ask your customer if they have a preference. Also, do not substitute Coca-Cola with Dr. Pepper or diet colas unless if the customer specifically requests it.

Do not confuse the Jack and Coke with the Mark and Coke recipe. The Mark and Coke uses Maker's Mark Bourbon instead of Jack Daniel's. Bourbon and Tennessee Whiskey have noticeably different flavors and customers who drink Jack may not like Maker's Mark.

Always serve this cocktail responsibly.

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