Midnight Mint Crush

The Midnight Mint Crush is a refreshing and invigorating whiskey-based cocktail that was crafted by expert bartender Sam Ross at Attaboy in New York City, New York. This delightful concoction is a spirited adaptation from Winter Drinks: 70 Essential Cold-Weather Cocktails by the editors of PUNCH. The combination of bourbon or rye, Fernet-Branca, lemon juice, and homemade simple syrup, garnished with a sprig of mint, creates a perfect balance of flavors that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Midnight Mint Crush

A refreshing and invigorating whiskey-based cocktail with a perfect balance of flavors, garnished with a sprig of mint.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 oz Bourbon or Rye
  • 1 oz Fernet-Branca
  • 3/4 oz Lemon Juice
  • 3/4 oz Homemade Simple Syrup
  • 1 Mint Sprig

Instructions

  1. In a shaker, combine whiskey, Fernet-Branca, lemon juice, simple syrup, and cubed ice.
  2. Shake the mixture for 10-20 seconds.
  3. Strain the cocktail into a lowball glass over fresh crushed ice.
  4. Garnish with a mint sprig.