Ginger Smash Cocktail
Saline solution and punchy fresh ginger beautifully balance with bourbon or whiskey in this delicious Smash Cocktail Recipe that's delightful to drink all year.
Ingredients
- 2 slices ginger looney-size, plus more to garnish
- 2 wedges lemon
- ¾ oz maple syrup
- 2 oz bourbon or whiskey
- ¼ tsp saline solution
- ice
Saline Solution
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, add ginger slices, then squeeze in lemon wedges and drop in rinds. Use muddler or handle of wooden spoon to muddle ingredients. Add maple syrup, bourbon and saline solution. Top up with ice, then shake well for 30 seconds. Strain into rock glass filled with ice. Garnish with fresh ginger.
Saline Solution
- Boil water. Stir together boiling water with kosher salt until dissolved. Refrigerate. Makes about 1/2 cup.