strawberry and orange slice for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Place the strawberries in a low ball cocktail. Muddle until well mashed.
Fill your glass with ice and then top with the orange juice and bourbon. Gently stir to combine.
Garnish with fresh strawberry and sliced orange (optional). Enjoy!
Notes
Adjust the sweetness: to make the cocktail sweeter, muddle the strawberries with one teaspoon of sugar or a sugar cube.
Adjust the bitterness: add a few dashes of bitters to your cocktail if you'd like.
Pick your favorite bourbon: a sweeter bourbon like Maker's Mark will give your cocktail a richer flavor, while a smokier bourbon like Bulleit will add a nice depth of flavor.
Swap for whiskey: if you don't have bourbon, you can swap for rye or Irish whiskey.
Use frozen strawberries: Fresh strawberries will yield the best flavor, but frozen is a great option! Be sure to thaw them completely before using.
Swap the citrus: swap the orange juice for lemon, lime, or even grapefruit juice if you'd like. You may need to add some sweetener to your drink.
Add herbs: fresh mint or basil leaves muddled with the strawberries or added as a garnish would be delightful.
Add some bubbles: top off your glass with soda water for a refreshing, bubbly cocktail.
Don't have a muddler? Go ahead and use the back of a wooden spoon.