The Blackberry Bourbon Smash Cocktail I Actually Make

My love for Bourbon grew through a Smash cocktail that reshaped how a drink should feel in summer, making it perfect for slowing down. I start with muddled blackberries for a beautiful pink and purple color, then add lime juice, mint, and a gentle tang for fresh flavor. I balance it sweet with a sweetener like simple syrup, agave, or turbinado, because the right choice matters. The ingredients are shaken to incorporate everything, poured into a glass, and topped with a topper such as club soda, tonic water, ginger beer, or sparkling bubbles. Blackberry Bourbon Smash Cocktail-The Short Answer The … Read more