Easy Bourbon Lemonade Smash

Whip up this refreshing bourbon lemonade smash in just 45 minutesperfect for summer sipping or impressing guests with its bright, zesty flavors and minty freshness!

Level: Easy
Yield: 8 servings
Total Time: 45 minutes
Preparation: 10 minutes
Resting: 30 minutes
Cooking: 5 minutes

Ingredients

3 cups sugar
3 cups water
Juice of 12 lemons
Ice cubes
Small bunch of fresh mint
Bourbon, amount as preferred
Club soda, as needed

Instructions

In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Warm over medium heat, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves into a silky simple syrup. Let it cool completely for the best flavor infusion.
In a small pitcher, blend the fresh lemon juice with the cooled simple syrup. Add syrup gradually, tasting as you go, to craft your ideal balance of tart citrus and sweet bliss.
To serve, pack a highball glass with ice cubes and toss in several fresh mint leaves for that aromatic pop. Pour in bourbon to your liking, top with the vibrant lemonade mix, and finish with a splash of fizzy club soda. Stir, sip, and savor the smash!