Blackberry Basil Bourbon Smash

A delightful summer cocktail that combines the rich flavors of bourbon with the sweetness of blackberries and the freshness of basil. This Blackberry Basil Bourbon Smash is a refreshing and satisfying drink that's perfect for warm weather gatherings.

Blackberry Basil Bourbon Smash

A refreshing bourbon-based cocktail with muddled blackberries and basil, topped with club soda for a delightful fizz.

4.96 from 19 votes
Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • 1/4 cup blackberries
  • 4-5 basil leaves
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 2 oz club soda

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the blackberries and simple syrup, then muddle the blackberries.
  2. Add the basil leaves to the cocktail shaker and muddle them as well.
  3. Pour the bourbon into the cocktail shaker.
  4. Add a handful of ice, then shake the mixture to combine.
  5. Strain the mixture over ice in a glass.
  6. Top with club soda.
  7. Garnish with additional blackberries and basil leaves.