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    Home » Recipe » Drinks » Cherry Smash Cocktail

    Cherry Smash Cocktail

    Published Jul 28, 2014 · Updated Mar 9, 2021 by Ginnie · 4 Comments

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    Cool off on a hot day with this refreshing Cherry Smash Cocktail!

    Cherry Smash Cocktail | Hello Little HomeOne of my favorite classic drinks is the Old-Fashioned. I grew up in Wisconsin, where the Old-Fashioned is the unofficial state drink.

    It's pretty much all my mom ever ordered, and our house always had a bottle of Canadian Club at the ready.

    I tend to associate the Old-Fashioned with winter and old school Wisconsin wood-paneled bars, so a hot, humid summer doesn't seem like the best time to enjoy one. When I happened to have some whiskey on hand recently, though, I I decided to do a little experimenting.

    That's how I came up with this Cherry Smash Cocktail.

    Cherry Smash Cocktail | Hello Little Home #drink #whiskey #cherries

    Cherry Smash Cocktail

    My Cherry Smash Cocktail has some of the qualities of an Old-Fashioned (the cherries ... the whiskey ... the orange garnish!), but it's lighter and fresher tasting.

    This Cherry Smash is the perfect way to showcase fresh summer berries!

    It's also fun and easy to make with just a few ingredients. I think I found my new summer drink!

    This refreshing Cherry Smash Cocktail is a fun twist on the classic old-fashioned! | Hello Little Home

    Cherry Smash Cocktail | Hello Little Home
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    Cherry Smash Cocktail

    Relax with a refreshing Cherry Smash Cocktail!
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Total Time5 minutes mins
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 1 drink
    Calories: 204kcal
    Author: Ginnie

    Ingredients

    • 5 cherries pitted
    • 1 slice orange
    • 2 tsp. superfine sugar
    • 2 sprigs thyme
    • 2 oz. whiskey
    • 5 oz. club soda

    Instructions

    • Place 3 cherries, ½ of the orange slice, sugar, and 1 thyme sprig in the bottom of a tall glass.
    • Use a muddler (or the end of a wooden spoon) to smash cherries and other ingredients.
    • Add whiskey to glass and stir well.
    • Fill glass with ice.
    • Add club soda to glass and stir.
    • Garnish cocktail with remaining fruit and thyme sprig.

    Notes

    - I used rye whiskey, but any type will work. - When muddling, avoid completely pulverizing the ingredients. Just give them a good smash (hence the name) to bring out the flavors. - Here's how to pit a cherry without a special pitter.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 204kcal
    Did you make this recipe?I love hearing from you! Leave a comment and rating below, or tag @HelloLittleHome or #hellolittlehome on Instagram!

    This refreshing Cherry Smash Cocktail is a fun twist on the classic old-fashioned! | Hello Little Home

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    About Ginnie

    Ginnie is the writer, photographer, and chief content creator behind Hello Little Home. She loves trying new things (whether that’s creating delicious vegetarian recipes, exploring a new city, trying a fun DIY project, or sharing a pretty makeup look), and she hopes to inspire you to do the same! Read more about Ginnie here.

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    kristinsalazar597020196
    10 years ago

    This looks delish! Thanks for sharing!

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    Ginnie
    10 years ago
    Reply to  kristinsalazar597020196

    You're welcome, Kristin! Let me know if you try it:)

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    alimackin2013Allie
    10 years ago

    Oooo this sounds GOOD! I remember my grandparents talking about Old Fashions, that and High Balls. Funny how drinks go in and out of style.

    Allie of ALLIE NYC
    allienyc.com

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    10 years ago
    Reply to  alimackin2013Allie

    Ha ha ... it's definitely a drink from the grandparent's era;) Thanks so much for stopping by, Allie!

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