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2 glasses of Fresh And Minty Bourbon Smash with mint garnish and a bottle of bourbon in the background

Fresh and Minty Bourbon Smash

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Combine citrus, sweetness, and fresh herbs to lighten up your bourbon and create the perfect summer cocktail in this awesome Fresh and Minty Bourbon Smash.
Course Cocktails
Cuisine American
Diet Vegan
Keyword 30 Minutes or Less, 5 Ingredients or Less, Bourbon Smash, Easy, Happy Hour, Quick, Vegan Cocktail
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 cocktail
Author Marley Goldin

Ingredients

  • 4 sprigs mint plus more for garnish (optional)
  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • 1 ounce brown simple syrup
  • 1 ounce lemon juice
  • 1 wedge lemon for garnish optional

Instructions

  • In a lowball or Old Fashioned glass, muddle the mint with the lemon juice and simple syrup.
    4 sprigs mint, 1 ounce lemon juice, 1 ounce brown simple syrup
  • Add whiskey ice and pour bourbon over top. Mix to combine.
    2 ounces bourbon
  • Option to garnish with lemon wedge and extra mint. Sip slow and enjoy!
    1 wedge lemon for garnish

Notes

  • Making your own simple syrup is easy, cost-efficient, and preservative-free. I just use a 1:1 ratio of sugar to water, boil for 15 minutes, and stir frequently. You can use brown sugar or granulated sugar. I usually have both on hand and LOVE the brown sugar simple syrup for this recipe.
  • You can use any whiskey for this recipe. I really like Bourbon in this cocktail, but I’ve also tried it with Irish Whiskey and Scotch and they are all yummy!
  • Still thirsty? Check out this awesome collection of my best cocktail recipes!