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A tray filled with bourbon smash drinks garnished with mint sprigs.

Bourbon Smash Drink

With a handful of readily available ingredients, customizable sweetness, and easy prep, a Bourbon Smash is a great cocktail for one, two or a crowd.
4.6 from 12 ratings

Ingredients

  • 2 lemon slices 1/4 inch thick, seeds removed, plus additional lemon slice or wedge for garnish
  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • 1 ounce simple syrup
  • Mint sprig for garnish

Instructions

  • Place lemon slices in cocktail shaker and muddle until they are broken down. Add bourbon and simple syrup. 
  • Fill shaker 3/4 of the way with ice and shake vigorously until very cold. 
  • Fill a double old fashioned glass with fresh ice and strain the drink over the ice. Garnish with mint sprig and additional lemon and serve immediately.

Notes

  • If you’re reading this between December and May, Meyer lemons should be in season and available at grocery stores. Use these sweet, floral lemons in place of regular lemons for a seasonal twist on a bourbon smash drink.
Calories: 218kcal, Carbohydrates: 24g, Protein: 0.4g, Fat: 0.1g, Saturated Fat: 0.01g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g, Sodium: 18mg, Potassium: 69mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 22g, Vitamin A: 8IU, Vitamin C: 19mg, Calcium: 13mg, Iron: 1mg
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