Honey-Minted Bourbon Smash

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A balanced cocktail blending smooth bourbon with fresh mint, honey, and lime, shaken to create a refreshing, aromatic sip. This general-inspired cocktails & beverages ready in about 10 minutes pairs Bourbon whiskey, Fresh mint leaves, Honey syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.5 (10 ratings) Prep: 10 min Serves 1 General cuisine 200 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, add 6 fresh mint leaves and muddle gently for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 1 tbsp honey syrup and stir to dissolve.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, the juice of 1/2 lime, and 1 cup ice cubes to the shaker. Shake vigorously for 25 seconds until the exterior of the shaker feels cold to the touch.
  3. Step 3: Strain into a glass filled with 1 cup ice cubes, then top with 3 oz club soda and stir once to combine.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Minted Bourbon Smash take to make?

Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Minted Bourbon Smash?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bourbon whiskey from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Minted Bourbon Smash?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Minted Bourbon Smash for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Honey-Minted Bourbon Smash?

General cocktails & beverages like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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