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The Cherry Bomb Cocktail
The Cherry bomb is a refreshing cocktail. Bourbon, fresh cherries, lemon, and a hint of maple syrup combine to make this one fantastic cocktail.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
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1/2
of a lemon
cut into wedges.
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5
fresh red sweet cherries
pitted and cut in half or quarters
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2 1/2
ounces
of bourbon
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1
tablespoon
of maple syrup
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Fill an old-fashioned glass with ice or one large ice cube.
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In a cocktail shaker, add the lemon wedges and cherries.
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Muddle together until you’ve released nearly all of the juice from the lemon, and the cherries are crushed up into smaller pieces.
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Add in the bourbon and maple syrup.
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Add ice to the shaker and shake for 10-20 seconds until very cold.
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Strain into the glass filled with ice.
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Garnish with a couple of fresh cherries if desired.