Blackberry Vodka Smash Cocktail Recipe
This fresh summer cocktail mixes sweet blackberries with vodka and mint for a refreshing drink perfect for warm evenings.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Rocks glass
- Measuring jigger
- Ice
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 6-8 fresh blackberries
- 4-5 fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- Club soda
- Ice cubes
- Fresh blackberries and mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Add blackberries and mint leaves to the cocktail shaker.
- Muddle gently to release the berry juice and mint oils.
- Pour in vodka, simple syrup, and lemon juice.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake for 10-15 seconds.
- Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with a splash of club soda.
- Garnish with fresh blackberries and a mint sprig.
Notes
Fresh blackberries work best, but frozen can be used in a pinch. Just thaw them first.
The drink can be made sweeter by adding more simple syrup.
For a stronger mint flavor, add extra leaves during muddling.
Store leftover simple syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Avoid over-muddling the mint leaves, which can make them bitter.