Berry Bliss Whiskey Smash

This refreshing and fruity cocktail, the Berry Bliss Whiskey Smash, is a delightful combination of fresh cherries, blackberries, and mint, mixed with zesty lemon juice, sweet berry syrup, and smooth whiskey. The muddled fruits and mint add a burst of natural flavors, while the whiskey provides a rich and robust undertone. The result is a perfectly balanced, slightly tart, and sweet concoction that is sure to please the palate. Served over ice and garnished with a mint leaf, it's an ideal libation for warm summer days or cozy evenings with friends.

Berry Bliss Whiskey Smash

The Berry Bliss Whiskey Smash is a delightful blend of fresh cherries, blackberries, mint, lemon, berry syrup, and whiskey, creating a perfectly balanced and refreshing cocktail.

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

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup fresh cherries, pits removed 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 (Maker's Mark recommended)
  • 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 over medium-low heat. Whisk until sugar is dissolved.
  2. Increase heat to medium, bring the mixture to a slight boil, stirring often, until it thickens to a syrup consistency, about 15 minutes. Set aside.
  3. In a shaker, gently mash cherries and blackberries with lemon juice or lemonade.
  4. Add the berry syrup, whiskey, and mint leaves to the shaker, then fill it with ice.
  5. Gently shake and strain the liquid into a rocks glass filled with ice.
  6. Optionally, garnish with a mint leaf and a lemon twist.
  7. Enjoy the Berry Bliss Whiskey Smash!