Blackberry Sage Smash
A refreshing bourbon cocktail built on muddled fresh blackberries and fragrant sage, finished with a splash of lemon juice and simple syrup.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon whiskey
- 6 fresh blackberries
- 4 leaves fresh sage leaves
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup
- as needed ice cubes
- 2 oz club soda, chilled
- 1 fresh blackberry and sage sprig (for garnish)
Instructions
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1
Add 6 fresh blackberries and 4 leaves fresh sage leaves to a cocktail shaker or sturdy rocks glass. Muddle firmly until the berries are crushed and the sage is fragrant.
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2
Add 2 oz bourbon whiskey, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, and 3/4 oz simple syrup to the shaker.
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3
Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds.
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4
Double-strain the mixture into an ice-filled rocks glass to remove seeds and herb bits.
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5
Top with 2 oz chilled club soda and stir gently once to combine.
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6
Garnish with fresh blackberry and sage sprig (for garnish) on the rim or dropped in, and serve immediately.