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Blackberry Smash Cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Muddler or wooden spoon
  • tall cocktail spoon for stirring
  • Small mesh strainer

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lime, quartered
  • 5 Blackberries
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • 10 large mint leaves or 3 thyme sprigs
  • 1-1 1/2 oz bourbon
  • 15-20 drops Hedessent Black Currant Flavour

Garnish

  • Lime slices, mint, blackberries

Instructions

  • Place limes, blackberries, and simple syrup in a large shaker and muddle until blackberries are jammy. Add mint and muddle until fragrant.
  • Fill with ice. Top with bourbon and Hedessent Black Currant Flavour; secure the lid and vigorously shake 60 times. Strain through a mesh strainer and pour into a glass filled with ice.
  • Serve with lime, mint, and blackberries.

Notes

Flavour Swap:

Swap out Hedessent Black Currant Flavour for Mulberry for a slightly more fragrant-forward dark fruit.
 
Pro Tip:
Top off with soda water for a sparkling drink!