Maple-Spiced Bourbon Smash

Name: Maple-Spiced Bourbon Smash
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 2 oz bourbon; 6 fresh mint leaves; 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice; 1/2 oz maple syrup; 1 oz club soda; 1 mint sprig; 1 lemon slice

A vibrant summer cocktail with bourbon, fresh mint, maple syrup, and lemon, perfect for a cool sip.

Cuisine: General

Category: Cocktails & Drinks

Prep: 5 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.

Serves 1.

Ingredients

2 oz bourbon
6 fresh mint leaves
1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
1/2 oz maple syrup
1 oz club soda
1 mint sprig
1 lemon slice

Instructions

Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz bourbon, 6 fresh mint leaves, 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 oz maple syrup.
Step 2: Gently muddle the mint leaves for 10 seconds until fragrant, avoiding tearing the leaves.
Step 3: Add a handful of ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well-chilled.
Step 4: Strain into a chilled highball glass filled with fresh ice.
Step 5: Top with 1 oz club soda and stir gently for 5 seconds to combine.
Step 6: Garnish with a mint sprig and a thin slice of lemon.