Havana Smash
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Gin shaken with apricot brandy, Swedish punsch, half a lemon and fresh mint, served on the rocks. Fresh and herbal, with tart lemon and a fruity sweetness. Created by Frederic Yarm in 2019.
Frederic Yarm created the Havana Smash in 2019, taking the apricot and Swedish punsch pairing in the Havana Cocktail as a starting point. The aim was a drink in the spirit of Dale DeGroff's Whiskey Smash at Eastern Standard, so it uses muddled citrus and mint instead of following the classic Smash, which resembles a smaller Mint Julep.
Method
Shaken
Glass
rocks
Difficulty
Hard
Flavor Profile
Ingredients
Servings:
1
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45 ml
1⁄2
Medium lemon in wedges to yield around 3/4 oz juice when muddled
6-8 leaf depending on size and flavor intensity
1-3 sprigs as garnish
15 ml
15 ml
🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-free
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AdInstructions
- Crush the lemon wedges at the bottom of your shaker.
- Toss in some fresh mint leaves and give them a gentle press.
- Combine all remaining components, seal the shaker, and shake vigorously over ice.
- Pass through a double strainer into a double old fashioned glass.
- Top up with crushed ice and decorate with mint sprigs.