Berry Smash Recipe

Inspired by Scholar

Time15m

Serves1

A delightful mix of fresh berries, vodka, and soda.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Berries
In a mixing bowl, combine the hulled and halved strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries.
2
Muddle the Berries
Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently mash the berries to release their juices but do not completely puree them.

3
Add Vodka
Pour 2 oz of vodka over the muddled berries in the mixing bowl.
4
Mix in Simple Syrup
Add 1 tablespoon of simple syrup to the mixture for sweetness. Stir gently to combine.

5
Transfer to Glass
Fill a glass with ice and transfer the berry and vodka mixture into the glass.
6
Top with Club Soda
Pour 4 oz of club soda over the mixture in the glass and stir gently to combine.
7
Garnish
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a lemon slice on top for a refreshing finish.