Strawberry Mint Bourbon Smash

This refreshing Strawberry Mint Bourbon Smash is a delightful combination of juicy strawberries, aromatic mint, rich bourbon, and zesty lemon, creating a perfect blend of sweet, sour, and herbal flavors. Muddled strawberries and mint, combined with maple syrup, lend a natural sweetness and freshness to this cocktail, while the bourbon adds a warm and robust note. Served over ice and garnished with a mint sprig, lemon slice, and sliced strawberry, this cocktail is a visual and flavorful delight for any occasion.

Strawberry Mint Bourbon Smash

A refreshing and delightful cocktail featuring muddled strawberries, aromatic mint, rich bourbon, and zesty lemon, served over ice and garnished with fresh mint, lemon, and strawberry slices.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 4 California strawberries (hulled)
  • 1/2 oz maple syrup
  • 6 mint leaves
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • Juice of half a small lemon
  • 1 cup ice
  • Mint sprig
  • Lemon slice
  • Sliced strawberry

Instructions

  1. In a martini shaker, combine the hulled strawberries, maple syrup, and mint leaves.
  2. Gently muddle the ingredients to release the juices and oils.
  3. Add the bourbon, lemon juice, and ice to the shaker.
  4. Shake the mixture well for 10 seconds.
  5. Double strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with ice.
  6. Garnish the cocktail with a mint sprig, lemon slice, and sliced strawberry.