Jalapeno Bacon Bourbon Smash

This fiery cocktail is a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and smoky flavors. To create this cocktail, you will need: Ingredients: - 2 slices of cooked bacon - 4-5 slices of fresh jalapeno - 2 oz. of bourbon - ¾ oz. of fresh lemon juice - ¾ oz. of maple syrup - A handful of ice cubes Instructions: 1. First, you need to cook two slices of bacon until it's crispy. Once it's done, set it aside to cool. 2. In a cocktail shaker, muddle 4-5 slices of fresh jalapeno until it's well crushed. 3. Add 2 oz. of bourbon, ¾ oz. of fresh lemon juice, and ¾ oz. of maple syrup into the shaker. 4. Add a handful of ice cubes and shake the mixture until it's well combined. 5. Take a rocks glass and fill it with ice cubes. 6. Strain the cocktail mixture into the glass. 7. Garnish the cocktail with the crispy bacon slice and jalapeno slices on top. Enjoy the Jalapeno Bacon Bourbon Smash for a spicy and smoky twist on a classic bourbon cocktail.