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Brandy Smash

A bright brandy-and-mint refresher. Think julep cousin, but fruitier and a little more relaxed.

ClassicBrandyMintCitrusRefreshingShaken
A refreshing Brandy Smash served in a short rocks glass packed with crushed ice, featuring rich amber brandy muddled with fresh mint leaves and sugar, garnished with a mint bouquet.
Difficulty Medium
Glass Rocks glass
Ice Shake with ice; serve over crushed or fresh ice
Tools Shaker, muddler, strainer

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Brandy
  • 6 leaves Fresh mint
  • 3/4 oz Fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz Simple syrup

How to make it

  1. Gently muddle mint with simple syrup in a shaker.
  2. Add brandy, lemon juice, and ice.
  3. Shake until chilled.
  4. Strain into a rocks glass over ice.
  5. Garnish with mint if available.

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