Whiskey Sage Smash

An exquisitely simple whiskey-based cocktail, the Whiskey Sage Smash is a delightful combination of robust whiskey, lively lemon juice, and a dash of fragrant rosemary sage syrup. This refreshing libation is topped with aromatic sprigs of rosemary and sage, making it a go-to cure-all for any cowboy in need of a little pick-me-up.

Whiskey Sage Smash

A refreshing whiskey cocktail with lemon juice and rosemary sage syrup, garnished with fragrant herbs.

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Prep Time 3 mins
Total Time 3 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 oz whiskey
  • 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 oz rosemary sage simple syrup*
  • 1 sprig of rosemary
  • 1 sage leaf

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle the lemon juice, sage, and rosemary.
  2. Add the whiskey, rosemary sage simple syrup, and ice to the shaker.
  3. Shake the mixture for 10-20 seconds.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a lowball glass filled with a large ice cube.
  5. Garnish with additional sage and rosemary.