Servings: 1
Try the Orange Bourbon Smash today - a perfect mix for spring. Refresh your taste now.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Orange Juice juiced
- 1 ½ oz Bourbon
- ½ oz Grand Marnier or Triple Sec or another orange liqueur of your choice
- ½ oz sweet Vermouth
- A few dashes of Angostura bitters
- Optional: mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Muddle the Mandarin: In a shaker, muddle the mandarin segments to release their juice and essential oils. You want to break them down well to blend the flavors into the drink.
- Add Liquids: Pour the Bourbon, Grand Marnier, sweet Vermouth, and a few dashes of Angostura bitters into the shaker.
- Shake: Fill the shaker with ice, covering the liquid. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients thoroughly.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice. The straining helps remove the mandarin pulp, leaving you with a clear, smooth cocktail.
- Garnish: Optionally, garnish with a sprig of mint or a wheel of mandarin on the rim of the glass for an extra touch of flair.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant, citrusy notes of your Orange Bourbon Smash.
Notes
Pro Tips
- Use fresh citrus whenever possible. Fresh juice creates brighter flavor.
- Shake long enough to fully chill the cocktail. Cold drinks taste smoother and more balanced.
- Use quality bourbon. Smooth bourbon makes a noticeable difference in citrus cocktails.
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