Justin Strickland

Ginger–Fennel Smash

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ginger-fennel-smash
1 serving · ⏱ 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • ¾ tsp Toasted fennel seeds
  • 4–5 slices Ginger (⅛ inch thick, coin-size)
  • 1½ tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1–1½ tbsp Maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp Pomegranate concentrate (optional)
  • 4–6 tbsp Filtered water
  • Ice

Directions

  1. Toast fennel seeds in a dry pan on medium for 60–90 seconds until fragrant; remove immediately.
  2. Muddle fennel and ginger in a shaker or jar, pressing 10–12 times to bruise ginger without pureeing.
  3. Add lemon juice, maple syrup, and optional pomegranate; stir briefly.
  4. Add ice and shake vigorously 12–15 seconds until frosty.
  5. Strain into rocks glass with fresh ice to remove solids.
  6. Add 2–3 tbsp filtered water; taste and adjust: more maple = smoother, more lemon = sharper.