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Sparkling Blackberry Bourbon Cocktail - Bubbly, Bold, and Berry-Forward

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Blackberries: Fresh is best, but frozen works well when muddled and strained.
  • Bourbon: Choose a smooth, mid-range bottle with vanilla and caramel notes.
  • Lemon juice: Freshly squeezed for bright acidity.
  • Simple syrup or honey: Adjust to taste. Maple syrup is a cozy alternative.
  • Sparkling water, club soda, or prosecco: For that refreshing fizz.
  • Ice: Cubes for shaking and serving.
  • Garnishes (optional): Extra blackberries, a lemon wheel, or a sprig of mint.

Method
 

  1. Muddle the berries: In a cocktail shaker, add 6–8 blackberries and 1/2–3/4 ounce simple syrup (or honey). Gently muddle until the berries break down and release their juices.
  2. Add the base: Pour in 2 ounces bourbon and 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice. Add a handful of ice.
  3. Shake it cold: Shake for about 10–12 seconds until the shaker feels frosty. This chills and dilutes the drink just enough.
  4. Strain: Double-strain into a rocks or Collins glass filled with fresh ice. Use a fine-mesh strainer to catch seeds and pulp.
  5. Top with bubbles: Add 2–3 ounces of sparkling water, club soda, or prosecco. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Garnish and serve: Add a few whole blackberries, a lemon wheel, or a mint sprig. Serve immediately while it’s crisp and effervescent.