Blackberry Bourbon Berry Smash

This Blackberry Bourbon Berry Smash is a refreshing and vibrant cocktail that combines the rich flavors of bourbon with the tartness of fresh lime, the sweetness of blackberries, and the invigorating essence of mint. Muddled together and topped with a splash of club soda, this cocktail is perfect for both casual gatherings and sophisticated soirées. The burst of blackberry color and the aromatic mint leaves make this drink as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Blackberry Bourbon Berry Smash

A refreshing bourbon smash with the tartness of lime, the sweetness of blackberries, and the invigorating essence of mint.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • 1/2 ounce lime juice (or 2 lime wedges, squeezed)
  • 6-7 mint leaves, muddled
  • 2-3 blackberries, muddled
  • 3/4 ounce simple syrup (1 tablespoon of sugar will do)
  • 1 ounce club soda
  • Cup of ice

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass, muddle together mint leaves, lime wedges, simple syrup, and blackberries until pulverized.
  2. Add bourbon and a cup of ice to the mixing glass and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
  3. Pour the entire contents of the mixing glass into a double old-fashioned glass without straining.
  4. Top with 1 ounce of club soda.
  5. Stir gently and garnish with mint leaves.