Strawberry Blackberry Smash Mocktail
This Strawberry Blackberry Smash Mocktail mixes sweet strawberries, tart blackberries, citrus, and mint for a fresh, non-alcoholic drink that's bright, crisp, and easy to make for any occasion.
Equipment
- Muddler
- Cocktail shaker or mixing glass
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Jigger or measuring spoons
- Long spoon
- Highball or rocks glass
- Small cutting board and knife
Ingredients
- 4-5 fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- 6-7 fresh blackberries
- 6-8 fresh mint leaves or basil leaves
- 1 oz lime juice or lemon juice
- 1 oz honey simple syrup or plain simple syrup
- 3-4 oz sparkling water, club soda, or tonic
- ice cubes
Instructions
- Add strawberries, blackberries, and mint leaves to a shaker or sturdy glass.
- Muddle gently until the berries break down and get juicy.
- Add lime juice (or lemon) and honey simple syrup.
- Fill with ice and shake well.
- Strain into a glass with ice (or pour all in for a rustic style).
- Top with sparkling water, club soda, or tonic. Stir gently.
- Garnish with extra berries or a mint sprig.
Notes
Adjust syrup to taste depending on berry ripeness. Add more citrus for a tangier mocktail. Freeze berries for use as ice cubes. Mint gives a classic flavor, basil offers a unique twist. Tonic makes it sharper; sparkling water keeps it light.