Whiskey Smash
Cocktail Recipe
The Whiskey Smash is a simple, flavourful and well-balanced cocktail that combines bourbon with fresh lemon juice, mint and sugar syrup. Dating back to the 19th century, it offers a lighter take on classic whiskey drinks, making it ideal for sunnier days. Easy to make and enjoy, it’s a great choice for anyone looking to try something a little different without going too far from the familiar.
Ingredients
- BourbonWe recommend Bulleit Bourbon Frontier Whiskey, 70cl50ml
- Fresh lemon juice25ml
- Sugar syrup2 parts sugar dissolved over heat into 1 part water15ml
- Mint leaves8
- Lemon slices2
- Ice
Number of servings
01
Equipment
- Rocks glass
- Cocktail shaker
- Cocktail strainer
Bartender tip: Our method bumps up the mint flavour by including the leaves in the cocktail shaker. If you prefer a more subtle flavour, reserve the mint for garnish.
Lively, effortless and timeless - the Whiskey Smash is proof that great cocktails don't need to be complicated to be memorable.
Lively, effortless and timeless - the Whiskey Smash is proof that great cocktails don't need to be complicated to be memorable.
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