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Blackberry Smash Cocktail
A Blackberry Smash Cocktail has the perfect combination of fresh blackberries, mint, and bourbon in this fruity and refreshing summer drink.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 7 min
- Yield
- 1 serving
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 5 Fresh Blackberries
- 7 Fresh Mint Leaves
- 2 Ounces Bourbon Whiskey
- ¾ Ounce Lime Juice (Freshly Squeezed)
- ½ Ounce Simple Syrup
- 2 Dashes Angostura Aromatic Bitters
- Ice
- 2 Ounces Sprite or 7-up
Instructions
- 1
Muddle. Muddle the blackberries and mint leaves in a rocks glass.
- 2
Add Bourbon and Flavors. Stir in the bourbon, lime juice, simple syrup, and bitters.
- 3
Ice and Stir. Fill the glass ¾ full with ice and continue to stir until well-chilled.
- 4
Finish with Lemon-Lime Soda. Top off with Sprite or 7-Up and garnish with a sprig of mint.