Description
A 5 minute blackberry sage bourbon smash with fresh berries, sage, and lemon. Tart, earthy, and perfect from late summer through winter.
Ingredients
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- about 8 blackberries
- 8 fresh sage leaves
- 1/2 ounce maple syrup
- 1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 2 ounces bourbon
- ice
- sparkling water of choice
Instructions
- Add 6 blackberries, 6 sage leaves, maple syrup, and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker. Gently muddle the ingredients.
- Pour in the bourbon and enough ice to fill the shaker about halfway.
- Shake well for 10-15 seconds, then pour into a chilled glass. If you prefer, you may strain the cocktail.
- Top with a bit of fresh ice (more if you strained it) and finish with a splash of sparkling water.
- Garnish with a couple of fresh blackberries and sage leaves. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Fall, Holidays
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
