The entire month of September is National Bourbon Month. Celebrate with William Grant & Sons’ first from-the-ground-up American whiskey, Fistful of Bourbon. A blend of five straight American bourbons (yep, that would make a fistful!) aged at least two years. Fistful of Bourbon is currently found exclusively in Texas. www.fistfulofbourbon.com
Fistful Smash
2 parts Fistful of Bourbon
½ part grapefruit oleo
½ part fresh lemon juice
10 loose mint leaves
Method: Combine ingredients and shake well. Strain over crushed ice. Garnish with a mint sprig and grapefruit twist.