Cherry Cola Smash
This vibrant highball is a playful take on the classic Whiskey & Coke, infusing it with the luscious sweetness of maraschino cherry juice and a subtle depth from orange bitters. It's a delightful and flavorful twist.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Bourbon
- 1 oz Maraschino cherry juice
- 3 dashes Orange bitters
- 4 oz Diet Coke
- 3 Luxardo maraschino cherries
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the bourbon, maraschino cherry juice, and orange bitters.
- Shake vigorously until well chilled, about 10-15 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top off the glass with Diet Coke.
- Garnish with Luxardo maraschino cherries.
Glassware: Rocks
Garnish: Luxardo maraschino cherries
History
This cocktail riffs on the Whiskey & Coke by introducing maraschino cherry juice and orange bitters, transforming it into a 'smash' style drink. It's a low-calorie option that doesn't skimp on a rich, fruit-forward flavor.