Sorry to bombard you with two bourbon cocktails in a row, but trends being what they are (bourbon is hot, baby) I can’t help myself. Or, blame it on the lemons and mint — we have a bag of the former and a bunch of the later in the fridge so I went online looking for something that used those ingredients, expecting to find recipes featuring rum or gin. I was excited to discover one with bourbon. Say hello to the Whiskey Smash, a seriously delicious drink.
The Whiskey Smash mixes bourbon with muddled mint and lemons. Yum!
What makes my version so good (I think) is the honey syrup. It helps bring out the honey notes in the bourbon and it goes well with both lemons and mint. And for those planning on tuning in to the Kentucky Derby this Sunday, but who don’t really like mint juleps, this cocktail is a lovely alternative. In fact, it’s way better. Enjoy!
Dive in to a tart, sweet and strong Whiskey Smash.
Whiskey Smash
- 1-3/4 oz bourbon whiskey (I used Maker’s Mark)
- 3/4 oz simple syrup (I used honey syrup: equal parts honey and water)
- 1/2 lemon, cut into four chunks
- 6 mint leaves, plus one for garnish
Put mint and lemon chunks into a cocktail shaker. Muddle to release lemon juice and mint oils. Add bourbon and simple syrup and ice. Shake vigorously, then strain into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish with a mint leaf.
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