Orange Bourbon Smash
This Orange Bourbon Smash cocktail recipe has the sweet citrus flavors of fresh orange juice and orange zest that compliments the wonderful rich caramel notes of bourbon. Fresh mint leaves add another layer of flavor in this popular refreshing orange smash drink, for a perfect summer cocktail to sip on with friends on a warm day.
Serve it with my popular summer appetizer recipes like classic poolside dip, 7 layer dip, million dollar dip, white Queso dip and cold Italian sliders.
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Orange Bourbon Cocktail
An orange smash bourbon cocktail is a flavourful adult drink with rich, warm bourbon and the bright citrus flavor of fresh oranges with the cool refreshing flavor of mint.
It’s a terrific sophisticated summer drink for gatherings with family or friends.
Change it up with your favorite whiskey if that is what you have on hand. Also try my popular old fashioned drink and Christmas punch.
Ingredients
- Bourbon – 2 oz of Jim Beam or Wild Turkey bourbon also use a whiskey like Jack Daniels or Crown Royal if you prefer
- Cointreau
- Oranges – fresh squeezed
- Mojito Syrup
- Sprite
- Mint – 3 to 4 muddled
- Orange Zest
- Optional Garnish – cherries, sprig of mint leaves and slice of orange
Variations : For a lighter fizzy drink top with club soda. You can experiment with the different types of bourbon to find your favorite one.
How to make Orange Bourbon Smash
STEP ONE – Muddle mint and zest orange.
STEP TWO – Set to the side.
STEP THREE – Add all ingredients in a large bar shaker.
STEP FOUR – Shake to combine.
STEP FIVE – Pour in a glass filled with ice. ENJOY!
Storage instructions
Store in a covered pitcher in the fridge for 1 to 2 hours before serving.
Store the ingredients separately for 1 to 2 days in airtight containers in the fridge before mixing and serving.
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Orange Bourbon Smash
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
Description
This Orange Bourbon Smash cocktail recipe has the sweet citrus flavors of fresh orange juice and orange zest that compliments the wonderful rich caramel notes of bourbon. Fresh mint leaves add another layer of flavor in this popular refreshing orange smash drink, for a perfect summer cocktail to sip on with friends on a warm day.
Ingredients
2 oz Bourbon
1 oz Cointreau
2 oz Oranges, Fresh squeezed
1/2 oz Mojito Syrup
2 oz Sprite
3–4 Mint, muddled
1 tsp. Orange zest
Instructions
- Muddle mint and zest orange.
- Set to the side.
- Add all ingredients in a large bar shaker.
- Shake to combine.
- Pour in a glass filled with ice. Enjoy!
Notes
Storage instructions:
Store in a covered pitcher in the fridge for 1 to 2 hours before serving.
Store the ingredients separately for 1 to 2 days in airtight containers in the fridge before mixing and serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
