Cherry Bourbon Smash

This refreshing and flavorful cocktail brings together the smoothness of bourbon with the sweetness of cherries and cherry brandy, creating a delightful libation perfect for summer sipping. The Cherry Bourbon Smash is a modern twist on the classic Old Fashioned, offering a burst of fruity and boozy flavors in every sip.

Cherry Bourbon Smash

A modern twist on the classic Old Fashioned, the Cherry Bourbon Smash is a refreshing, fruity bourbon cocktail perfect for summer.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 5-6 cherries (pitted)
  • 2 oz. bourbon
  • 0.75 oz. Cherry Brandy (Cherry Heering)
  • 0.25 oz. simple syrup
  • 1 dash Orange Bitters
  • Club soda
  • 1 Whole Cherry (for garnish)
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the pitted cherries.
  2. Add the bourbon, cherry brandy, simple syrup, and orange bitters to the shaker, along with ice. Shake well until the container is cold.
  3. Fill a lowball glass halfway with ice.
  4. Pour the shaken cocktail (including the ice and muddled cherries) into the glass.
  5. Top the cocktail with club soda.
  6. Garnish with a whole cherry.