5 from 2 votes
Blackberry Bourbon Smash
This Blackberry Bourbon Smash combines muddled blackberries, fresh mint, and lemon juice with bourbon, simple syrup, and a splash of ginger beer, creating a refreshing cocktail perfect for any occasion. Garnish with additional blackberries and a mint sprig for a vibrant and aromatic DIY cocktail experience.
Total Time
5 mins
Servings:
2
Calories:
295 kcal
Course:
Drinks, Cocktails
Ingredients
- 1 cup blackberry ~12-16 berries, fresh
- 1 lemon juiced
- 10 mint leaves
- 1 ½ oz simple syrup
- ¾ cup ice
- 4 oz bourbon
- 4 oz ginger beer
Instructions
- Add the blackberries (keep a few for garnish), mint leaves, lemon juice, and simple syrup into a cocktail shaker. Muddle them until the blackberries are almost completely juiced and mint is crushed.
- Pour the ice and the bourbon into the cocktail shaker. *Note: if you prefer a stronger cocktail, add an additional ounce of bourbon. Shake vigorously. Also, strain the mixture if you prefer a smoother beverage.
- Fill a rocks glass with ice (I like to have premade large ice cubes on hand). Divide the cocktail into two glasses and top with desired amount of ginger beer. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Use a silicone mold to make large ice cubes and serve in a rocks glass.
- in a
- rocks glass.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1cocktail
Calories
295kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
25g
(8%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Sodium
2mg
(0%)
Potassium
168mg
(4%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
19g
(38%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 295
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cocktail | |
| Calories | 295kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 168mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.