Whiskey Smash
Learn how to make a Whiskey Smash that's bright and refreshing with the perfect balance of sweet and tart. This cocktail recipe is easy to make with a mix of bourbon, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup and fresh mint. Garnish with a lemon wedge and a sprig of mint and you'll have the perfect drink for happy hour!
Servings: 1 drink
Ingredients
- ½ medium lemon cut into wedges (plus more for garnish)*
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 2 ounces bourbon
- 5 mint leaves
- ice
Instructions
- In the bottom of a shaker or glass, muddle the lemon and mint so that you release the juice and flavors.1/2 medium lemon, 5 mint leaves
- Add in the bourbon and simple syrup and then about a cup of ice.1 oz simple syrup, 2 ounces bourbon, ice
- Cover the top and shake about 30 times.
- Strain into a small glass filled with ice and garnish with extra mint and lemon. ENJOY!
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Notes
*this ends up being about 1 1/2 to 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
Nutrition
Serving: 1drink | Calories: 226kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 122mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 224IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg
