Whiskey Smash

Ingredients
| 2 oz. | Bourbon |
| .75 oz. | Simple Syrup |
| 6 | Mint Leaves |
| 3 | Lemon Wedges |
| Garnish | Mint Sprig |
Directions
- Combine the Mint Leaves and Lemon Wedges in a Cocktail Shaker
- Muddle the Lemon until the Juice comes out
- Add the Bourbon, Simple Syrup and Ice to the Cocktail Shaker
- Shake for 15 Seconds
- Double Strain into a Rocks Glass over Cracked Ice
- Garnish with a Mint Sprig
The Whiskey Smash is a Julep that is very similar to the Mint Julep. It is thought to have been invented sometime in the 1800’s, but may have been created even earlier in the 1700’s.