Bourbon · Medium
Whiskey Smash
A bright, refreshing American classic — bourbon muddled with fresh mint and lemon, sweetened just enough with simple syrup, served over ice for an easy-drinking warm-weather sipper.
- Time
- 5 min
- Servings
- 1
- Glass
- Old-fashioned glass
Ingredients
- BourbonBourbonBourbon is a type of American whiskey made primarily from corn, with a sweet, full-bodied flavor profile. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Mint Julep.60 ml
- Simple SyrupSimple SyrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar.20 ml
- Lemon (quartered)Lemon (quartered)Lemon is a citrus fruit known for its bright yellow color and tart, acidic flavor. Quartered lemon is commonly used as a garnish or for adding fresh citrus juice to cocktails.half
- Fresh mint leavesFresh mint leavesFresh mint leaves are aromatic herb leaves from the Mentha plant, known for their cool and refreshing flavor. They are commonly used as a garnish and flavoring in various cocktails, such as the Mojito.8
- Mint sprig (garnish)Mint sprig (garnish)A mint sprig is a fresh herb from the mint family, known for its aromatic and refreshing flavor. It is commonly used as a garnish in cocktails like the Mojito and Mint Julep.1 sprig
Gear
Method
- 1
Place fresh mint leavesfresh mint leavesFresh mint leaves are aromatic herb leaves from the Mentha plant, known for their cool and refreshing flavor. They are commonly used as a garnish and flavoring in various cocktails, such as the Mojito. and lemon wedges in a shaker and muddle firmly to release the oils and juice.
- 2
Add bourbonbourbonBourbon is a type of American whiskey made primarily from corn, with a sweet, full-bodied flavor profile. It is commonly used in classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned and Mint Julep. and simple syrupsimple syrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar., then fill the shaker with ice.
- 3
Shake well for 10–12 seconds.
- 4
Double-strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
- 5
Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lemon wedge.
