Classic WHiskey Smash

Directions

1. 1
   Using a cocktail muddler, or the handle of a wooden spoon, mash mint leave, lemon half, and simple syrup together in a 16 oz.
2. 2
   mixing glass, or a cocktail shaker, 4-5 times just to release juices and oils.
3. 3
   Add bourbon.
4. 4
   Transfer to an Old Fashioned glass.
5. 5
   Fill halfway with crushed ice, stir, then mound more crushed ice on top.
6. 6
   Garnish with more mint leaves.