Description
Spirited bourbon pineapple smash celebrates tropical cocktail magic with fresh pineapple and smooth Kentucky whiskey. Refreshing ingredients blend perfectly for a memorable summer drink experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz (59 ml) bourbon
- 34 fresh pineapple chunks
- 45 fresh mint leaves
- 1 oz (30 ml) pineapple juice
- ¾ oz (22 ml) fresh lime juice
- ½ oz (15 ml) simple syrup
- Ice (for shaking & serving)
- Club soda or ginger beer (optional, for topping)
- Pineapple slice (for garnish)
- Mint sprig (for garnish)
Instructions
- Muddling: Gently crush pineapple chunks and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker to extract their vibrant essence and aromatic oils.
- Citrus Infusion: Incorporate freshly squeezed lime juice, blending its bright acidity with the sweet pineapple and herbaceous mint.
- Spirited Fusion: Pour smooth bourbon into the shaker, creating a complex layering of tropical and whiskey flavor profiles.
- Chilling Technique: Add ice cubes and seal the shaker, then execute a vigorous 10-15 second shake to thoroughly integrate and chill the cocktail’s components.
- Precision Straining: Position a fine-mesh strainer over a rocks glass filled with fresh ice, carefully filtering the mixture to capture pulp while preserving the drink’s full-bodied flavor.
- Artistic Presentation: Adorn the cocktail with a delicate mint sprig and petite pineapple wedge, enhancing both visual appeal and aromatic complexity.
- Serving Recommendation: Present immediately, inviting guests to experience the harmonious balance of sweet, herbal, and spirited elements in this craft libation.
Notes
- Muddle Mindfully: Gently press mint leaves to release oils without tearing, preserving delicate flavors and avoiding bitter undertones.
- Ice Quality Matters: Use fresh, clear ice cubes to prevent dilution and maintain the cocktail’s crisp, clean taste profile.
- Bourbon Selection: Choose a smooth, medium-bodied bourbon that complements pineapple’s sweetness without overpowering the drink’s delicate balance.
- Garnish Freshness: Select vibrant, crisp mint sprigs and ripe pineapple wedges to enhance both visual presentation and aromatic complexity.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 171
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg