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Blackberry whiskey smash with berries and mint leaf.
AGT Editorial Team

Summer Whiskey Cocktail

5 from 3 votes
There's nothing quite like a refreshing whiskey cocktail on a hot summer day. I call this drink a Blackberry Smash! It's perfect for sipping by the pool or outdoor BBQ when you want something a little bit stronger than your average iced tea or lemonade.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 person
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 211
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ ounce simple syrup see note
  • 8-10 blackberries about ½ cup
  • 3-4 large mint leaves
  • ½ oz fresh lime juice
  • 2 ounces bourbon whiskey
  • splash ginger beer OR soda water or seltzer water, chilled
  • ice
  • fresh mint and blackberries for garnish

Method
 

  1. Add blackberries, mint leaves, lime juice and simple syrup to the bottom of a cocktail shaker or glass. Muddle to release the blackberry juices and mint oils. Be careful not to over-muddle as the mint may become bitter.
  2. Transfer to a shaker if not already and add bourbon. Fill with ice, and shake until well-chilled. Strain into a rocks/lowball glass filled with ice.
  3. Top with ginger beer, club soda or seltzer water. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs and a blackberry.

Notes

Feel free to add more or less simple syrup. The blackberries will provide some sweetness alone. Swap honey or agave or use 1-2 teaspoon of sugar if needed.