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Cynar Smash

Mint Spearmint Tops

Mint Spearmint Tops

Mint Spearmint Tops feature beautiful bright green textured leaves with a strong spearmint flavor. As the all-around favorite for mint juleps and iced tea, these versatile tops also serve as a classic garnish for any appetizer, entrée, or dessert, adding both a refreshing flavor and an attractive presentation.

Cynar Smash

Ingredients

  • Spearmint Tops
  • 1 oz Bourbon
  • 1 oz Cynar
  • 0.75 oz Lemon Juice
  • 0.5 Honey Syrup

Method

  1. Add bourbon, Cynar, lemon juice, honey syrup, and a few Spearmint Tops to a shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake vigorously for 10 - 15 seconds.
  3. Strain over crushed or pebble ice in a double rocks glass.
  4. Finish with a bouquet of Spearmint Tops.