Jul 14 2026
Cherry Bourbon Smash Recipe
Inspired by FortyFive Degrees
Time10m
Serves1
Bulleit Bourbon / Orange Bitters / Mint / Simple Syrup / Filthy Black Cherry Syrup
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle the fresh mint leaves with the simple syrup to release their oils.
- 2
Add Bourbon and Bitters
Pour in the Bulleit Bourbon and add the orange bitters.
- 3
Shake with Ice
Add ice to the shaker and shake well until chilled.
- 4
Strain
Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
- 5
Add Cherry Syrup
Drizzle the Filthy Black Cherry Syrup over the top.
- 6
Garnish
Garnish with a sprig of mint and a cherry if desired.



