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Lavender Bourbon Smash

Lavender Bourbon Smash

With complex notes of lavender, basil, and mint, this Bourbon Smash is sure to be the hit of your party. If you are looking for the perfect cocktail to wow your guests, this is it! Check out this "Cam Loves Kaela" Lavender Bourbon Smash!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 147 kcal

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Muddler

Ingredients
  

  • 3 oz. 6 tablespoons Lemonade
  • 2 oz. 4 tablespoons Kentucky Bourbon
  • 2 basil leaves
  • 2 large mint leaves
  • 1 oz. 2 tablespoons lavender simple syrup*
  • a splash of Angostura bitters
  • Crushed ice for serving

Instructions
 

  • Muddle basil and mint in a cocktail shaker, add the bourbon, lemonade, lavender simple syrup, and a splash of bitters.
  • Shake with ice. Serve in old-fashioned glass with a fresh lavender sprig and lemon twist to garnish.

*Lavender Simple Syrup

  • In a medium saucepan, combine one cup of sugar and one cup of water.
  • Toss in a couple sprigs lavender. (about one teaspoon of culinary lavender)
  • Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. This will take 5-8 minutes.
  • Strain the herbs from the simple syrup and allow it to cool completely before using.
  • This makes about 1 1/4 cup of Lavender Simple Syrup -- enough for about 10 cocktails per the recipe above.

Notes

Recipe courtesy of Chef Jasmine Sheth
Keyword bourbon cocktail, bourbon smash, lavender bourbon smash, lavender cocktail