Description
Sweet bourbon meets tropical pineapple in this refreshing Bourbon Pineapple Smash cocktail, blending Caribbean spirit with Southern charm. Summer sips never tasted so good when classic mixology meets island-inspired ingredients for a delightful drink you’ll want to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Spirits:
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) bourbon
Juices and Sweeteners:
- ¾ ounce (22 milliliters) fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) pineapple juice
- ½ ounce (15 milliliters) simple syrup
Fresh Ingredients:
- 34 fresh pineapple chunks
- 45 fresh mint leaves
Additional Components:
- Ice (for shaking & serving)
- Club soda or ginger beer (optional, for topping)
Garnish:
- Pineapple slice
- Mint sprig
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with fresh pineapple chunks, vibrant mint leaves, and zesty lime juice.
- Gently press and twist the ingredients using a muddler, releasing the pineapple’s sweet essence and bruising the mint to extract its aromatic oils.
- Add bourbon to the muddled mixture, creating a harmonious blend of tropical and spirited flavors.
- Introduce a handful of ice cubes to chill and dilute the cocktail slightly.
- Seal the shaker and vigorously shake for 10-15 seconds, ensuring the ingredients are thoroughly combined and well-chilled.
- Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice, allowing the liquid to cascade smoothly.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a small pineapple wedge, adding a visual and aromatic finishing touch.
- Serve immediately, inviting the drinker to enjoy the refreshing and complex flavors of this bourbon-infused tropical libation.
Notes
- Opt for ripe, golden pineapple chunks to ensure maximum sweetness and juiciness in your cocktail.
- Gently press mint leaves to release essential oils without bruising, which can make them bitter and affect the drink’s delicate flavor.
- Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for a brighter, more vibrant citrus profile that complements the bourbon and pineapple.
- For a lighter version, substitute bourbon with white rum or vodka, creating a versatile tropical cocktail that suits different taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 192
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg