Smashing Minted Bourbon

The Smashing Minted Bourbon is a delightful twist on the classic Whiskey Smash cocktail. This recipe elevates the traditional sour cocktail with the addition of aromatic bitters and a refreshing hint of mint. The combination of bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup creates a balanced and zesty flavor, while the mint and bitters add complexity and depth to this refreshing drink.

Smashing Minted Bourbon

A refreshing twist on the classic Whiskey Smash, the Smashing Minted Bourbon cocktail features a perfect blend of bourbon, lemon, simple syrup, mint, and aromatic bitters for a delightful and complex flavor profile.

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Ingredients

  • 1.50 oz Bourbon
  • 0.75 oz Lemon Juice
  • 0.50 oz Simple Syrup
  • 8 Dashes of Angostura Bitters
  • 12 Mint Leaves

Instructions

  1. Combine bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, bitters, and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker.
  2. Shake the ingredients with ice to chill and infuse flavors.
  3. Strain the mixture over fresh ice into a double old fashioned glass.
  4. Garnish the cocktail with a generous sprig of mint.