Whiskey Smash
The Whiskey Smash is just pure, uncomplicated fun. I think of it as a Julep’s laid-back cousin, where a bright hit of muddled lemon and cool mint perfectly balances a bold bourbon. A simple, satisfying classic that's a go-to for a reason.
Recipe Ingredients
1/2 oz. (15 ml) rich Demerara syrup (2:1 sugar:water)
4 lemon slices (remove any seeds)
4-8 mint leaves
Lemon wheel & mint sprig for garnish
Recipe Directions
2. Add the bourbon and rich Demerara syrup.
3. Fill the shaker with ice. Cap it and shake well until thoroughly chilled.
4. Double strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
5. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a mint sprig.
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