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Shamrock Smash

Shamrock Smash: A Refreshing Twist for St. Patrick's Day Fun

Shamrock Smash is a vibrant cocktail that blends mint, lime, and sour apple liqueur for a refreshing St. Patrick's Day drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muddle
  • 1 handful Fresh Mint Sprigs Substitute with basil for a different herbal note.
  • 2 wedges Lime Wedges Use lemon wedges if limes are unavailable.
For the Cocktail Base
  • 0.5 oz Simple Syrup Adjust quantity for sweetness preference.
  • 2 oz Sour Apple Liqueur Substitute with apple schnapps if necessary.
  • 1 oz Vodka Can be replaced with gin for a herbal kick.
  • 1 large Egg White For a vegan option, use aquafaba.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Ice Crushed ice can also be used.
  • 2 oz Seltzer Use flavored seltzers for a unique twist.

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker
  • muddler
  • jigger
  • Strainer
  • coupe glass

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Shamrock Smash
  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine a handful of fresh mint sprigs and several lime wedges. Muddle gently for about 30 seconds.
  2. Pour in ½ ounce of simple syrup into the shaker with the muddled mint and lime.
  3. Add one large egg white to the shaker.
  4. Pour in 2 ounces of sour apple liqueur and 1 ounce of vodka.
  5. Fill the shaker with ice, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  6. Strain the cocktail mixture into a chilled coupe glass, leaving excess mint particles behind.
  7. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 75mgSugar: 15gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of simple syrup used. For a vegan version, substitute egg white with aquafaba.

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