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Whiskey Smash Cocktail

This Whiskey Smash recipe delivers exactly what you're looking for—premium bourbon perfectly balanced with bright lemon and fresh mint. Complex enough to impress guests, simple enough to make in minutes—the sophisticated upgrade from predictable whiskey drinks you've been searching for.
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Close up of fresh mint garnish in a whiskey cocktail.
Prep Time:5 minutes
Total Time:5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon or rye whiskey
  • ¾ oz simple syrup
  • ½ lemon cut into wedges
  • 8-10 fresh mint leaves
  • Mint sprig for garnish

Instructions

  • Muddle lemon wedges and simple syrup in a shaker.
  • Add mint leaves and gently muddle.
  • Pour in whiskey, add ice, and shake well.
  • Strain into a glass filled with crushed ice.
  • Garnish with a mint sprig.

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Servings: 1 cocktail
Author: Kita