Minty Brown Sugar Bourbon Smash

This Minty Brown Sugar Bourbon Smash is a refreshing twist on the classic Mint Julep. The combination of brown sugar, basil, and mint adds a subtle sweetness and herbaceous aroma to the bourbon, creating a delightful and invigorating cocktail perfect for any occasion.

Minty Brown Sugar Bourbon Smash

A refreshing and invigorating bourbon-based cocktail with a delightful sweetness and herbaceous aroma.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 lime, cut into eight pieces, juice of 1 lime, and lime wedges, for garnish
  • 1 tbsp. light or dark brown sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 4 basil leaves
  • 2 sprigs mint, plus additional for garnish
  • 1.50 oz. Bulleit Bourbon

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle lime pieces, lime juice, brown sugar, salt, basil, and mint vigorously to release aromatics from herbs and juice from lime wedges.
  2. Add bourbon and enough ice to fill the cocktail shaker, then shake vigorously until mixture is well-chilled.
  3. Strain the mixture, preferably using a Hawthorne strainer, into a julep glass filled with crushed ice.
  4. Garnish with lime wedges and sprigs of mint.