Bitter Cherry Smash

This cocktail is a refreshing mix of sour and sweet flavors with a subtle hint of bitterness. It's made with bitter cherry juice, fresh lemon juice, mint leaves, and your choice of vodka or gin. Ingredients: - 2 oz bitter cherry juice - 1 oz fresh lemon juice - 5-6 mint leaves - 2 oz vodka or gin - Ice - Soda water (optional) - Fresh cherries and mint sprig for garnish Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the mint leaves. 2. Add the bitter cherry juice, fresh lemon juice, and vodka or gin. 3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. 4. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice. 5. Top off the cocktail with soda water (if desired) and garnish with fresh cherries and a mint sprig. Enjoy your Bitter Cherry Smash!