Cherry Bourbon Smash
Fresh, vibrant, and packed with rich bourbon flavor, the Cherry Bourbon Smash is a fruit-forward twist on the classic Bourbon Smash. Bright lemon and fresh mint are balanced by dark cherry richness, creating a cocktail that feels refreshing while still delivering the warmth bourbon lovers crave.
Finished with Boozy Cocktail Cherries®, this cocktail is perfect for Derby parties, summer entertaining, and elevated bourbon cocktails at home.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- ¾ oz simple syrup
- 3 lemon wedges
- 5–6 fresh mint leaves
- 2 premium cocktail cherries
- ½ oz cherry syrup from the Boozy Cherry jar
- Crushed ice
Garnish:
- Fresh mint sprig
- Lemon wheel
- Boozy Cocktail Cherries® by In the Curious Kitchen
Instructions
- Add lemon wedges, mint leaves, cocktail cherries, and simple syrup to a shaker or mixing glass.
- Gently muddle to release the lemon juice, mint oils, and cherry flavor.
- Add bourbon, cherry syrup, and ice.
- Shake until well chilled.
- Strain into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice.
- Garnish with fresh mint and a premium cocktail cherry.
Shop the Bar
Everything you need to make the perfect Cherry Bourbon Smash at home:
- Boozy Cherries® | Bourbon Cocktail Cherries — The star of this cocktail. Dark Italian Amarena cherries soaked in rich bourbon syrup.
- Cocktail Bar Tool Kit — The essential mixology set for home bartenders, with everything you need to muddle, shake, and strain like a pro.
- Crystal Cocktail Mixing Pitcher — Elegant barware for stirring and serving your favorite bourbon cocktails.
- Crystal Cocktail Shaker with Built-In Strainer — Beautiful and functional, perfect for shaking up the Cherry Bourbon Smash.
Because the best cocktails start with the best ingredients.
Why It Works
The Cherry Bourbon Smash layers bright citrus and cooling mint with the richness of bourbon-infused cherries. The cherry syrup adds depth, subtle sweetness, and dark fruit notes that pair beautifully with bourbon’s caramel, vanilla, and oak flavors.
Crafted in Kentucky by In the Curious Kitchen — where Southern heritage meets bourbon tradition — Boozy Cocktail Cherries® are made with imported dark Italian Amarena cherries soaked in bourbon syrup, making them a natural addition to fresh bourbon cocktails like the Cherry Bourbon Smash.
