Blackberry Smash Recipe
Come on in and unwind with our signature Basil Hayden bourbon smash, made with our fresh blackberries, mint and in-house citrus, otherwise known as a true winterberry surprise.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh blackberries and mint leaves. Use a muddler to gently crush the blackberries and mint together to release their flavors.
- 2
Add Liquid Ingredients
Pour in the Basil Hayden Bourbon, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup into the shaker with the muddled ingredients.
- 3
Shake the Mixture
Fill the shaker with ice and secure the lid. Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
Serving
- 4
Strain into Glass
Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice. This will remove the blackberry seeds and mint leaves, leaving a smooth cocktail.
- 5
- 6
Garnish
Garnish the cocktail with a fresh mint sprig and a single blackberry on top for an elegant finish.