noun

smash

A cocktail made with crushed fruit or herbs.

The bartender muddles fresh mint for a refreshing bourbon smash.

Etymology

The drink takes its name from smashing or muddling ingredients. Crushed fruit or herbs contribute their flavor to the mixed drink.

More examples

  • She orders a peach smash instead of her usual martini.
  • This gin smash gets its flavor from crushed blackberries.
  • We serve mint smashes over crushed ice.

Forms

smash · smashes

Similar words

julep
Typically features mint, sugar, bourbon, and crushed ice rather than fruit.
cocktail
Broader term that does not require crushed fruit or herbs.