Taste the unique combination of muddled raspberries and rich bourbon or whiskey in this Raspberry Bourbon Smash. With its mix of fresh fruit, a touch of mint, and the warmth of bourbon, this cocktail strikes a perfect balance between fruity and spirited, making it a must-try for bourbon lovers.
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Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon or whiskey
- 1/2 oz lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 4-5 fresh raspberries
- A small handful of mint leaves
Instructions
- Put the raspberries, mint leaves, and simple syrup in the glass. Use the muddler to gently mash them together.
- Fill the glass with ice cubes.
- In the cocktail shaker, mix the bourbon and lemon juice with some ice. Shake it up!
- Strain the mix into your glass.
- Give it a little stir, and add a few more raspberries or a mint leaf on top for a fancy look.