Bourbon Smash Recipe with Rise Gardens & Koval

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The Ultimate Bourbon Smash Recipe Featuring Rise Gardens

Looking for a refreshing twist on your next cocktail? The Rise x Koval Bourbon Smash recipe combines the rich, earthy flavors of bourbon with fresh ingredients straight from your garden. This step-by-step guide walks you through creating an unforgettable drink that's sure to be a hit at your next garden party. From muddling the mint to the perfect pour, discover the secrets to crafting a cocktail that celebrates the bounty of your garden. Whether you're a seasoned mixologist or a budding gardener, this recipe is designed to bring a touch of the garden to your glass, making every sip a celebration of flavor and freshness.

In partnership with Koval, we're excited to share three holiday cocktail recipes you can make right at home with your cocktail garden.

Bourbon Smash Recipe

Makes: 1 cocktail

Ingredients

2 oz KOVAL Bourbon
0.75 oz simple syrup
3 lemon wedges
4 blackberries
4 mint leafs
Garnish: 1 sprig of mint

Directions

Step One: Muddle lemon wedges and blackberries with the mint in a shaker tin (make sure mint is at the bottom of the tin so that mint isn’t broken up).
Step Two: Add simple syrup and whiskey. Add ice, and shake for 10 seconds.
Step Three: Strain into a short glass with ice, and garnish with a sprig of mint.

Recipe created in partnership with Koval by Shiloh Andrus.