One of my favorite things about late summer is that it’s blackberry season and my Blackberry Bourbon Smash is the perfect drink to celebrate. Pair sweet blackberries with smoky bourbon, fresh mint and a bit of soda water to lighten things up and you’ve got a delicious patio sip. My Blackberry Bourbon Smash is fresh, bubbly and great way to highlight fresh summer fruit.
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A smash is a simple classic cocktail popular in the American south. Fresh in-season fruit is muddled with sugar and sometimes fresh herbs. In place of sugar simple syrup, honey or maple syrup can also be used. Bourbon (or your spirit of choice, smashes have endless variations) is added along with seltzer and plenty of ice. A mint julep is a kind of smash as is a mojito (take a look at my Strawberry Mojito!). The result is a refreshing drink great for summer evenings.
Ingredients
- Blackberries
- Bourbon
- Lime juice
- Simple syrup
- Seltzer
Variations
- Aside from a good high-quality bourbon you can also use your favorite whiskey,gin,rum or tequila
- You can use a flavored simple syrup (like my ginger honey simple syrup or vanilla simple syrup) or 1/2-1 teaspoon of white or demera sugar for a bit of sweetness
- Use blueberries or raspberries (or a mix!) in place of fresh blackberries
- Muddle fresh herbs like basil or mint with the blackberries for an herbal twist
- Top with ginger beer instead of sparkling water to give your drink a kick
How to make a blackberry bourbon smash cocktail
Bourbon smashes are typically served in an old fashioned or rocks glass, you’ll need a cocktail shaker as well as a muddler for the actual smashing. Place four blackberries and simple syrup (or sugar if using) sugar in a cocktail shaker; muddle until all the blackberries are broken down. Add the bourbon and fresh lime juice and shake well to combine. Strain this into a glass with ice. Top with seltzer and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.
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Blackberry Bourbon Smash
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- muddler
Ingredients
- 4 large blackberries
- 1/2 oz simple syrup or 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- 4 oz seltzer
Instructions
- Place blackberries and simple syrup (or sugar if using) sugar in a cocktail shaker; muddle until all the blackberries are broken down. Add the bourbon and fresh lime juice and shake well to combine. Strain this into a glass with ice. Top with seltzer and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.
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Jerika says
Wow! what a refreshing drink. I would definitely try this. I love blackberries and mint. What a perfect combination and it has even lemon on it. Love it! Thanks.:)
Anaiah says
The blackberries and mint were the perfect combination in this. It made it that much more refreshing! Definitely making these again!
Allyssa says
This is delicious and really easy to make! Highly recommended, will surely have this again! Thanks a bunch for sharing this recipe!
Natalie says
I love fizzy cocktails like this one. It’s refreshing and perfect for summer. I can’t wait to make this for my hubs and me.
amanda says
This cocktail is so delicious! I love the fresh blackberries in it. Making it again this weekend!
Jeri says
I loved the flavor of the blackberries and lemon juice with the bourbon, so refreshing!
Oscar says
This cocktail was super tasty. I loved the combo of blackberry and mint.
Joshua says
These were fantastic to make at my party! Definitely trying out more of your drink recipes this summer!
Amy says
Love a good bourbon cocktail! So refreshing too!
Kayla DiMaggio says
Made this blackberry bourbon smash for date night tonight and it was a hit!
Jean says
Im always keen to explore new drinks plus since we are not allowed to dine in or drink outside this can be easily made at home
Addie says
So fresh and flavorful for summer!
Agnieszka says
I don’t normally like cocktails but this one is amazing!
Ramona Sebastian says
This was so refreshing and delicious. I’ll definitely make again 😉
Mama Maggie's Kitchen says
Yum! I need this in my life.!
Allyssa says
Fam really loves it! Will surely make this again, thanks a bunch for sharing this really helpful and easy to make recipe! Loved it! Well done!
Nart at Cooking with Nart says
What a great and beautiful drink! This is perfect parties or a date night in. It’s become one of my favs now.
Liz says
Oh my, this sounds and looks delicious!