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Cemetery Smash Cocktail Recipe

Cemetery Smash Cocktail Recipe
The Cemetery Smash Cocktail is a spooky, fruit-forward drink made with bourbon, muddled berries, and fresh mint. Crushed ice and a splash of ginger beer give it a refreshing, fizzy finish. Perfect for Halloween parties or a creepy-chic night in.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 Cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Muddler
  • Jigger
  • Strainer
  • Old-fashioned or rocks glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Ice crusher or rolling pin and bag

Ingredients

  • 2 oz bourbon whiskey or spiced rum
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 3/4 oz simple syrup
  • 1/2 oz triple sec
  • 4 blackberries or raspberries fresh
  • 8 fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup crushed ice plus more for serving
  • 2 oz ginger beer
  • 1 lemon wheel for garnish
  • 1 mint sprig for garnish
  • Optional: small pinch ground cinnamon for spice

Instructions

  • Add the blackberries (or raspberries) and mint leaves to a cocktail shaker.
  • Muddle gently to release juices and mint oils.
  • Add bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup, and triple sec to the shaker.
  • Fill the shaker with 1/4 cup crushed ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
  • Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice.
  • Top with ginger beer and stir gently with a bar spoon.
  • Garnish with a lemon wheel and fresh mint sprig.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!