Berry Bourbon Smash

This refreshing blackberry mint julep is a sweet and fruity summer cocktail perfect for warm evenings. Muddled blackberries and mint, combined with the warmth of bourbon, create a delightful flavor combination that is sure to impress your guests.

Berry Bourbon Smash

A sweet and fruity summer cocktail prepared with blackberries, mint, and bourbon.

4.56 from 91 votes
Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup blackberries
  • 1/8 cup mint leaves
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3 tablespoons bourbon
  • crushed ice

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, combine blackberries, mint leaves, and sugar; muddle or mash the ingredients together until juicy.
  2. Strain the mixture through a sieve into a separate bowl, pressing against the solids with a rubber spatula; discard the seeds.
  3. Fill a rocks-glass with crushed ice.
  4. Pour the blackberry mixture into the glass.
  5. Top with bourbon.
  6. Garnish with mint and serve.