Step 1.
- Muddle fresh sage leaves in a shaker to release their essential oils.
Step 2.
- Add bourbon, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
Step 3.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Step 4.
- Strain the mixture into an Old Fashioned glass filled with ice.
Step 5.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh sage.