The Plum Bourbon Amaro Smash

This enticing cocktail, The Plum Bourbon Amaro Smash, combines the rich and oaky flavors of bourbon with the bittersweet notes of Amaro Lucano and the tartness of freshly squeezed lemon juice. The drink is elevated with the addition of ripe plum, creating a delightful and refreshing libation. Garnished with a hint of orange peel, this cocktail offers a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and aromatic flavors.

The Plum Bourbon Amaro Smash

This cocktail is a delightful blend of bourbon, Amaro Lucano, lemon juice, and ripe plum, offering a harmonious balance of rich, tart, and bittersweet flavors, with a hint of citrus aroma.

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Prep Time 3 mins
Total Time 3 mins

Ingredients

  • 1.50 ounces bourbon
  • 1 ounce Amaro Lucano
  • 0.50 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 0.50 ounce simple syrup
  • 1 ripe plum
  • Orange peel for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut the plum into sections.
  2. Place the plum sections into a shaker and muddle until fully macerated.
  3. Add ice to the shaker.
  4. Pour in the bourbon, Amaro Lucano, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  5. Shake the ingredients until fully chilled.
  6. Double strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass.
  7. Garnish with a twist of orange peel.