This Blood Orange Bourbon Smash is a perfect blend of flavors. The rich, tangy blood orange juice pairs beautifully with the smooth, robust bourbon. The hint of maple syrup adds just the right amount of sweetness, while the ginger beer provides a refreshing kick. This cocktail is ideal for sipping and will impress any guest. Mix one up for a taste that’s both bold and balanced.
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Ingredients
- 2 ounces blood orange juice
- 1 ounce maple syrup
- 2 ounces bourbon
- 1 ounce ginger beer
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Squeeze fresh blood oranges to get 2 ounces of juice. Measure out the maple syrup, bourbon, and ginger beer.
- Mix: In a cocktail shaker, combine the blood orange juice, maple syrup, and bourbon.
- Shake: Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until the mixture is chilled.
- Strain: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
- Top Off: Add the ginger beer to the glass and stir gently.
- Garnish (Optional): Garnish with a slice of blood orange or a twist of blood orange peel.
- Serve: Enjoy your refreshing Blood Orange Bourbon Smash.