Description

This Blood Orange Bourbon Smash is an irresistible cocktail made with fresh cranberries, mint, and bourbon. Quick to prepare, it’s perfect for celebrations or a cozy evening at home!

Ingredients

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2 oz bourbon
1/4 cup fresh cranberries
6–8 fresh mint leaves
1 oz fresh orange juice
3/4 oz simple syrup
crushed ice
dried blood orange wheel for garnish
fresh cranberries for garnish
mint sprig for garnish

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Instructions

In a cocktail shaker or sturdy glass, combine fresh cranberries and mint leaves. Muddle gently with a muddler or wooden spoon for 30 seconds until juices are released and mint is fragrant.
Add bourbon, fresh orange juice, and simple syrup to the mixture. If using a shaker, add ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds. If mixing in a glass, stir well.
Fill a glass with crushed ice, packing it gently. Strain the cocktail mixture over the ice using a fine-mesh strainer.
Garnish with a dried blood orange wheel, fresh cranberries, and a mint sprig. Serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of simple syrup to taste.
For a festive touch, consider using flavored syrups or adding a splash of soda water.
Make sure not to over-muddle the mint to prevent bitterness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cocktail
Calories: 250
Sugar: 20g
Sodium: 5mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg