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Brandy Smash

Name: Brandy Smash Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cube Sugar; 1 oz Club Soda; 4 sprig Mint; 2 oz Brandy

A Brandy Smash is a refreshing classic cocktail combining brandy, fresh mint, sugar, and club soda. Its bright, herbal flavor and light carbonation make it ideal for warm weather entertaining.

🏷️Equipment: old-fashioned glass

Total

5 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$11–$18

Recipe Source

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From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's and Party Guide

Ingredients

1 cube Sugar
1 oz Club Soda
4 sprig Mint

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Instructions

1
Muddle cube of sugar with club soda and mint in old-fashioned glass.
2
Add brandy and ice cubes.
3
Stir and decorate with a slice of orange and a cherry.
4
Add a twist of lemon peel on top.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Muddle mint and sugar gently for 3–5 seconds to release oils without bruising leaves or creating bitterness.
Use crushed or pebble ice if available; it melts slower and keeps the drink cold longer than regular ice cubes.
Pour club soda last and stir gently to preserve carbonation and prevent a flat drink.
Serve immediately after assembly—the carbonation and mint freshness fade quickly.

Substitutions

Cognac → other brandy styles (Armagnac, pisco) for depth variation
Sugar cube → 0.5 oz simple syrup (dissolves instantly, no muddling needed)
Club soda → soda water or sparkling water (nearly identical result)
Mint → basil or tarragon (different herbal profile, equally valid)

Storage & make-ahead

Brandy Smash is a fresh cocktail best served immediately; unmixed components (brandy, muddled mint, sugar) may be prepped 1 hour ahead, with club soda added fresh.

Equipment

cocktail shaker or mixing glass · muddler

Common Questions

Can I make a Brandy Smash without club soda?

Club soda adds essential carbonation and dilution. Still water is a flat alternative, but soda water or sparkling water preserves the intended texture.