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Bourbon Apple Smash with Maple
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Course Drink
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Muddler
  • Jigger

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces bourbon
  • 2 medium apples, cored and chopped
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • Juice of 2 lemons
  • 12 fresh mint leaves
  • Ice cubes
  • Apple slices for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Place the chopped apples and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker. Muddle them firmly to release the juices and oils.
  • Add the bourbon, maple syrup, apple cider, and lemon juice to the shaker.
  • Fill the shaker with ice cubes, seal it, and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
  • Strain the mixture into four glasses filled with fresh ice.
  • Garnish each glass with an apple slice before serving.

Notes

Use crisp, tart apples like Granny Smith for better balance against the maple. If the drink tastes too sweet after shaking, add an extra splash of lemon juice to each glass. Prepare the muddled base ahead of time and keep it chilled, then shake individual servings as guests arrive to keep the texture fresh.
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American
Equipment: Cocktail shaker, Muddler, Jigger