Cherry Burst Vodka Smash

This Cherry Burst Vodka Smash is a delightful concoction that combines the refreshing taste of fresh cherries with a homemade sour mix to create a lightly sweetened, easy-sipping cocktail. The beautiful hue of this cocktail makes it a perfect choice for any happy hour gathering. It's the ideal blend of sweet and citrus flavors that will leave your taste buds craving for more.

Cherry Burst Vodka Smash

This Cherry Burst Vodka Smash is a refreshing and lightly sweetened cocktail made with fresh cherries, vodka, and a homemade sour mix, perfect for any happy hour gathering.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 ounces vodka
  • 1 ounce homemade sour mix
  • 1/2 ounce orange liqueur
  • 2-3 dashes bitters
  • 4 cherries, pitted and muddled
  • Mint sprig, optional garnish
  • Lemon slice, optional garnish

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle together four pitted cherries, sour mix, and orange liqueur to release the cherry juice.
  2. Add the vodka and a few shakes of bitters to the shaker.
  3. Add ice to the shaker, then shake to completely combine the ingredients.
  4. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass and add the desired amount of ice.
  5. Optionally garnish with a mint sprig, cherry, or lemon wedge.