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whiskey smash cocktail recipe

Whiskey Smash Cocktail Recipe

This whiskey smash cocktail is simple, fresh, and easy to make at home. You only need a few ingredients, and they work really well together. You get a bright, refreshing drink with citrus, mint, and smooth bourbon in every sip.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Cocktails, Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Muddler
  • Jigger
  • Fine mesh Strainer optional
  • Rocks glass

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz bourbon whiskey rye works too
  • 3/4 oz simple syrup
  • 1/2 lemon cut into 2-3 wedges
  • 6-8 fresh mint leaves
  • 1 mint sprig for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Add your lemon wedges to a shaker. Muddle them firmly to release the juice and the oils from the peel (that’s where a lot of the flavor comes from).
  • Step 2: Add the mint leaves. Give them a gentle muddle (just enough to release the oils, not tear them apart).
  • Step 3: Pour in your bourbon and simple syrup.
  • Step 4: Add ice, close the shaker, and shake hard for about 10 to 15 seconds. You’ll know it’s ready when the outside of the shaker feels cold.
  • Step 5: Strain the drink into a rocks glass with fresh ice. Double strain if you want a smoother drink without mint bits or pulp.
  • Step 6: Take your mint sprig and give it a quick slap between your hands (this helps release the aroma), then place it on top as your garnish.
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