Description
Sweet, juicy apricots pair perfectly with smooth bourbon and fresh citrus in this Apricot Bourbon Smash. Lightly muddled with mint and finished over ice, it’s a refreshing yet bold cocktail ideal for summer evenings and weekend entertaining.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 2 fresh apricots, pitted and sliced
- ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
- ¾ oz simple syrup or honey syrup
- 6–8 fresh mint leaves
- Ice, as needed
- Apricot slice and mint sprig, for garnish
Instructions
- Muddle Apricots and Mint: Add apricot slices and mint leaves to a cocktail shaker. Gently muddle to release their juices and aroma, which forms the flavorful base of the cocktail.
- Add Liquids: Pour in the bourbon, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup (or honey syrup for a sweeter touch) into the shaker with the muddled ingredients.
- Shake: Fill the shaker with ice cubes. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds to chill the drink and blend the flavors thoroughly.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice to keep the cocktail cool without diluting it prematurely.
- Garnish and Present: Garnish with a fresh apricot slice and a sprig of mint for an appealing finish. Serve immediately to enjoy at its freshest.
Notes
- Use ripe apricots for the best and sweetest flavor.
- If fresh apricots are unavailable, substitute with apricot nectar or apricot preserves.
- Honey syrup complements bourbon especially well and adds richer sweetness.
- For a lighter version, top the cocktail with a splash of soda water.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
