Description
A refreshing and citrusy bourbon cocktail made with muddled lemon, fresh mint, and a hint of sweetness—perfect for warm weather sipping or a simple happy hour treat.
Ingredients
2 oz bourbon
1/2 lemon, cut into wedges
3/4 oz simple syrup (or to taste)
4–6 fresh mint leaves
Ice
Mint sprig and lemon wheel for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. In a shaker or sturdy glass, muddle the lemon wedges and mint leaves with the simple syrup to release their juices and oils.
2. Add bourbon and fill the shaker with ice.
3. Shake well until chilled, about 10–15 seconds.
4. Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
5. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lemon wheel if desired.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Adjust sweetness by increasing or reducing simple syrup.
Try adding a splash of club soda for a lighter, more refreshing twist.
Use a high-quality bourbon with a smooth finish for best results.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Drink
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: bourbon smash, whiskey cocktail, mint bourbon drink, lemon bourbon cocktail