Berry Bourbon Smash
This refreshing Berry Bourbon Smash is a delightful twist on the traditional Mint Julep. It features muddled mint, juicy blackberries, and lemon wedges shaken with a generous splash of bourbon, resulting in a delightful and fruity bourbon cocktail with a hint of sweetness.
Berry Bourbon Smash
A delightful and fruity bourbon cocktail with muddled mint, juicy blackberries, and a hint of sweetness.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Ingredients
- 2 lemon wedges (about 1/3 of a lemon)
- 5 mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
- 10 blackberries, plus extra for garnish
- 2 ounces bourbon (4 tablespoons)
- 1 ounce pure maple syrup (2 tablespoons)
- Sparkling water or club soda
- Ice
Instructions
- Place the lemon wedges, mint leaves, and blackberries in a cocktail shaker or glass.
- Muddle the ingredients until mostly smashed, about 10 times.
- Add the bourbon, maple syrup, and ice to the shaker or glass. Secure the lid of the shaker.
- Shake vigorously to combine all the flavors.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
- Top with sparkling water or club soda and garnish with additional fresh mint and blackberries.