Whiskey Smash
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 10.00 fresh Mint leaves
- 0.75 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.50 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
Directions
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Add ice to shaker
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Pour all ingredients into shaker
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Shake well with ice
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Fine strain into ice-filled old-fashioned glass
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Garnish with lemon slice and mint sprig
Cocktail Description
This refreshing bourbon cocktail brings the herb garden right to your glass, combining bright citrus and cooling mint with the rich warmth of cask-finished bourbon.
The Whiskey Smash delivers a beautiful balance of flavors—the herbal freshness of muddled mint pairs with tart lemon juice while pure cane syrup adds just enough sweetness to let the bourbon's oak and vanilla notes shine through. It's approachable enough for casual sipping yet sophisticated in its simplicity, making it perfect for warm-weather gatherings, backyard barbecues, or those transitional spring and summer evenings when you want something bright but not overly sweet. The cocktail comes together quickly with minimal fuss—just shake and strain—so even home bartenders new to mixing drinks can pull it off without breaking a sweat. Try it alongside grilled chicken, pork chops with peach salsa, or a cheese board featuring aged cheddar and smoked gouda, where the bourbon's depth and the cocktail's herbal brightness complement both rich and savory flavors. Served over ice in a classic old-fashioned glass and garnished with a lemon slice and fresh mint sprig, it looks as good as it tastes.
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