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Peach Bourbon Thyme Smash

Prep5 mins

Cook5 mins

ServesServes: 1

Method

Steps

In a martini shaker add bourbon, lemon juice and simple syrup. Cut peach in half remove pit and squeeze smashing the peach in your hand over the martini shaker. Any peach pieces that fall in is fine.
Add leaves from fresh thyme
Shake vigorously to infuse ingredients.
Fill a low ball glass with fresh ice and pour in bourbon mix.
Garnish with fresh thyme and a peach wedge {optional}
In a small saucepan combine the sugar, water and jalapeño.
Bring to a simmer while smashing the jalapeño with a wooden spoon to extract the flavor.
Once it boils, remove from heat and let cool completely.
Remove jalapeño and transfer to a container and chill in the fridge until ready to use.
For regular simple syrup omit jalapeño

Originally published at ahealthylifeforme.com. Reproduced for personal collection.