Irresistible Cranberry Bourbon Smash Recipe with Fresh Herbs
A festive and refreshing cocktail combining tart cranberry, smooth bourbon, and aromatic fresh rosemary, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces bourbon
- 2 ounces cranberry juice (100% cranberry juice or cranberry juice cocktail)
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- Club soda (optional)
- Fresh rosemary sprigs
- Ice cubes
- Whole cranberries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the rosemary by gently slapping one fresh rosemary sprig between your hands to release its oils.
- Muddle the rosemary sprig with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup in a cocktail shaker using a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon.
- Add 2 ounces of bourbon, 2 ounces of cranberry juice, and 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice, close the lid tightly, and shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a rocks glass over fresh ice cubes.
- Top with a splash of club soda if desired.
- Garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig and a few whole cranberries.
Notes
[‘Use fresh rosemary for the best flavor.’, ‘Adjust sweetness by increasing maple syrup or using cranberry juice cocktail.’, ‘Chill your glass for an extra-refreshing drink.’, ‘Experiment with different bourbon brands for unique flavor profiles.’, ‘For a party, multiply ingredients and mix in a pitcher, adding ice and soda before serving.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 150175
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 12
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