Smoked Mango Bourbon Smash
Ingredients
1 ripe mango, peeled and cut into thick wedges (for charring/smoking)
4 oz straight bourbon whiskey
1 oz fresh lemon juice
1 oz honey syrup (or simple syrup)
6-8 fresh mint leaves
Splash of ginger beer or club soda (optional, for fizz)
Ice (preferably large cubes)
Garnish
- Smoked sea salt (optional for the rim)
- Fresh mint sprig
- A cube of charred mango
Instructions
- Char the Mango: Heat a dry cast-iron skillet over high heat or fire up an outdoor grill. Char the mango wedges for 1-2 minutes per side until they develop dark, caramelized grill marks. Let cool, then dice. (This replicates the trending “smoked” flavor without requiring a cocktail smoker).
- Muddle: In a cocktail shaker, combine the diced charred mango, fresh mint leaves, lemon juice, and honey syrup. Muddle firmly to release the mint oils and mash the mango into a thick, pulpy base.
- Shake: Pour in the bourbon and fill the shaker with ice. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds to chill and dilute the spirits.
- Strain and Serve: Double-strain the mixture (using a mesh sieve to catch the fruit pulp and mint bits) over a large ice cube into two rocks glasses.
- Finish: Top with a splash of ginger beer if desired. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a reserved cube of the charred mango.
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