Rosemary Bourbon Smash Cocktail
Smooth bourbon, fresh lemon juice, rosemary, and a touch of sweetness make this refreshing smash a perfect, simple sipper—herbal, citrusy, and never fussy.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Jigger
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Rocks glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 oz rosemary simple syrup
- 1 lemon wedge
- 1 sprig rosemary plus more for garnish
- ice cubes
Instructions
- Add lemon wedge and rosemary sprig to shaker and muddle gently to release flavors.
- Pour in bourbon, lemon juice, and rosemary simple syrup.
- Add ice cubes and shake well (about 15 seconds).
- Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with a rosemary sprig.
Notes
Fresh lemon juice makes a big difference. Rosemary simple syrup is easy: simmer sugar, water, and rosemary sprigs, then cool. Add a splash of soda water to lighten it up, or more syrup for extra sweetness. Toast the rosemary sprig garnish for an aromatic twist.