Strawberry Basil Bourbon Smash

This strawberry bourbon cocktail is made with strawberries, fresh basil, lemon juice, and sparkling water for a sweet and pretty summer cocktail.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 5 mins
• Calories: 234 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• ice
• 5 leaves fresh basil
• 2 teaspoons simple syrup
• 3 fluid ounces bourbon
• 3 fluid ounces sparkling water, or as needed
• 0.25 cup fresh strawberries, cut into chunks

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Muddle strawberries, basil, lemon juice, and simple syrup together in a cocktail glass until smashed together and fragrant. Add bourbon and ice; stir to combine. Top with sparkling water.