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3 blackberry bourbon smash drinks on a serving tray with lemon wedges.
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Blackberry Bourbon Smash

Blackberry Bourbon Smash is a berry twist on the classic Mint Julep. It's made with muddled mint, juicy blackberries, and lemon wedges then shaken with a generous splash of bourbon. All you need is 5 simple ingredients to enjoy this fresh cocktail at home.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Diet Kosher, Vegan, Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 drink
Calories 230kcal
Cost $10

Ingredients

  • 2 lemon wedges (about ⅓ 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) can also use simple syrup or agave
  • sparkling water or club soda
  • ice

Instructions

  • Add lemon wedges, mint leaves, and blackberries to a cocktail shaker or glass.
  • Muddle until mostly smashed, about 10 times.
  • Pour in bourbon, maple syrup, and ice. Top with the lid of the shaker and make sure it is secure.
  • Shake vigorously to combine all the flavors.
  • Strain into a glass filled with ice.
  • Top with sparkling water or club soda. Garnish with additional fresh mint and blackberries.

Notes

  1. Add whole lemon wedges to the cocktail shaker. This will add additional flavor from the oils in the skin.
  2. Other berries will work too. Blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries are all great options.
  3. Adjust the servings for measurements to make multiple drinks.

Nutrition

Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 175mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 263IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 1mg