Maple Bourbon Smash

Ingredients

• 2 ounces bourbon
• 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 ounce maple syrup
• 4-5 fresh mint leaves
• Soda water (optional)
• Lemon slice and mint sprig for garnish

Instructions

1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the fresh mint leaves.
2. Add the bourbon, maple syrup, and lemon juice to the shaker.
3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake well.
4. Strain the cocktail into a glass filled with ice.
5. Top the glass with club soda.
6. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.