Zesty Blackberry Smash Cocktail

Prepare yourself for the weekend with a refreshing Blackberry Dark and Stormy. This light and fruity cocktail packs just the right punch to make it the ideal summer drink. The combination of dark rum, fresh blackberries, and zesty ginger beer creates a delightful and boozy concoction that will invigorate your taste buds.

Zesty Blackberry Smash Cocktail

A refreshing and boozy Blackberry Dark and Stormy cocktail with a zesty twist.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1.50 oz dark rum
  • 3.50 oz chilled ginger beer
  • 1 lime wedge
  • 2-3 mint leaves
  • 5-6 fresh blackberries (+ extra for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place lime and mint in a shaker and muddle to release the juices.
  2. Add blackberries to the shaker and continue muddling for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Pour in rum, cover the shaker, and shake vigorously.
  4. Fill an old-fashioned glass about 3/4 full with crushed ice.
  5. Pour the contents of the shaker over the ice and top off with chilled ginger beer.
  6. Garnish with a fresh blackberry and a mint leaf. Enjoy!