Berry Smash Whiskey Delight

This Blackberry & Cherry Whiskey Smash is a refreshing and fruity cocktail with a delightful balance of sweetness and tartness. Muddled fresh cherries and blackberries are combined with a homemade berry simple syrup, lemon juice, and whiskey, creating a vibrant and flavorful drink. Garnished with mint leaves, cherries, and blackberries, this cocktail is a perfect choice for a relaxing evening or social gathering.

Berry Smash Whiskey Delight

A refreshing cocktail featuring muddled cherries and blackberries, combined with homemade berry simple syrup, lemon, and whiskey, garnished with mint and fresh berries.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup fresh cherries, pitted and gently mashed
  • 1/4 cup fresh blackberries, gently mashed
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 2 oz fresh squeezed lemon juice or store bought lemonade
  • 1 oz berry simple syrup
  • 2 oz whiskey
  • 4-5 mint leaves
  • A couple of pitted cherries and blackberries
  • A dash of cherry bitters (optional)
  • Mint leaf (optional)
  • Lemon twist (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine cherries, blackberries, water, and sugar. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
  2. Increase the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a slight boil, stirring often, until it thickens to a syrup-like consistency, approximately 15 minutes.
  3. Set the syrup aside to cool.
  4. In a shaker, gently muddle the cherries and blackberries with lemon juice or lemonade.
  5. Add the berry simple syrup, whiskey, and mint leaves to the shaker, then fill with ice.
  6. Gently shake the mixture and strain it into a rocks glass filled with ice.
  7. Garnish the cocktail with a mint leaf and, if desired, a lemon twist.
  8. Enjoy the delightful Berry Smash Whiskey Delight!