Midnight Mint Crush

This refreshing whiskey-based cocktail, the Midnight Stinger, was crafted by Sam Ross at Attaboy in New York City, New York. A variation from Winter Drinks: 70 Essential Cold-Weather Cocktails, this recipe combines the bold flavors of bourbon or rye with the herbal notes of Fernet-Branca, balanced by the zing of lemon juice and homemade simple syrup. The drink is then finished with a sprig of fresh mint, making it a delightful choice for any evening.

Midnight Mint Crush

The Midnight Mint Crush is a refreshing whiskey-based cocktail with bold flavors of bourbon or rye, herbal notes of Fernet-Branca, and zing of lemon juice, finished with a sprig of fresh 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 the 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 the drink with a mint sprig.