Blackberry Summer Smash

Name: Blackberry Summer Smash
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 6 fresh basil leaves, plus a sprig for garnish; 1 11 blackberries, divided; 1 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 Ice cubes; 1 1/4 cup ginger beer, chilled; 1 2 tablespoons bourbon (optional)

From the kitchen of Carly

Muddled blackberries and basil meet spicy ginger beer in this bright, refreshing summer drink. A splash of bourbon is optional but recommended. Tart, herbal, and perfectly balanced, this one hits different on a hot afternoon.

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Servings: 4
Difficulty: medium

Ingredients

4 servings

16 fresh basil leaves, plus a sprig for garnish
111 blackberries, divided
11 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1Ice cubes
11/4 cup ginger beer, chilled
12 tablespoons bourbon (optional)

Instructions

In a rocks glass, muddle basil (see note at top right) and 8 blackberries with lemon juice. Fill glass with large, square ice cubes and top with ginger beer and bourbon, if desired. Garnish with basil sprig and remaining 3 blackberries. Serve immediately.