Whiskey Citrus Smash

A delightful blend of smooth whiskey, tangy lemon, and sweet simple syrup, the Whiskey Citrus Smash is a classic cocktail that never goes out of style. With a perfect balance of sour and sweet, this cocktail is guaranteed to please any whiskey enthusiast. Garnished with a vibrant orange wheel and a cheery cherry, this cocktail is as appealing to the eyes as it is to the taste buds.

Whiskey Citrus Smash

A classic whiskey sour cocktail with a perfect balance of sour mix and whiskey, garnished with an orange wheel and cherry.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Whiskey
  • 3/4 oz Fresh-squeezed Lemon Juice
  • 3/4 oz Simple Syrup
  • 3/4 cup Ice
  • 1 Orange Wheel (for garnish)
  • 1 Cherry (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Fill a shaker with ice.
  2. Add the whiskey, fresh-squeezed lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  3. Shake the shaker well for at least 15 seconds to mix the ingredients together.
  4. Strain the mixture from the shaker into a short glass filled halfway with ice.
  5. Garnish with an orange wheel and a cherry.