Sparkler Smash
A vibrant and refreshing bourbon cocktail with muddled blackberries and mint, brightened by fresh lemon, a touch of simple syrup, and topped with sparkling water for a celebratory spritz.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Bourbon
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 0.75 oz Simple Syrup
- 3-4 Fresh Blackberries
- 4-5 Fresh Mint Leaves
- 2 oz Sparkling Water
Instructions
- In a shaker, gently muddle blackberries and mint with simple syrup.
- Add bourbon and lemon juice, then fill shaker with ice.
- Shake well until thoroughly chilled (about 15-20 seconds).
- Double strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with a blackberry and a mint sprig.
Glassware: Highball Glass
Garnish: Fresh blackberry and a mint sprig
History
The 'Smash' cocktail family dates back to the mid-19th century, characterized by muddled fruit and herbs, creating a lighter, more refreshing drink than many of its spirit-forward counterparts.