Description
Cocktail enthusiasts will fall in love with this Black Widow Smash, a seductive blend of bold bourbon, dark berries, and herbal undertones. Smooth and complex flavors dance together, creating a drink that promises intrigue with each perfectly balanced sip you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Spirits:
- 2 ounces (56 milliliters) gin
Fruits and Herbs:
- 6 fresh blackberries (plus extra for garnish)
- 56 fresh mint leaves (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) fresh lime juice
Sweeteners and Additional:
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) simple syrup
- Ice cubes
- Sparkling water or soda (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Gently crush ripe blackberries and delicate mint leaves in a cocktail shaker, releasing their vibrant essence and creating a rich, aromatic base.
- Pour freshly squeezed lime juice, silky simple syrup, and crisp gin into the shaker, blending the ingredients with a gentle stir.
- Fill the shaker generously with ice cubes, then execute a powerful, rhythmic shake for approximately 15-20 seconds to chill and marry the flavors.
- Expertly strain the vibrant crimson mixture into a chilled glass packed with fresh ice, ensuring a smooth, refined pour.
- For an effervescent touch, crown the cocktail with a light splash of sparkling water or soda, adding a playful fizz.
- Elevate the presentation by artfully garnishing with a few pristine blackberries and a fragrant mint sprig, creating a visually stunning and aromatic finishing touch.
Notes
- Gently muddle blackberries to release maximum flavor without turning them into a complete pulp, which could make the drink bitter.
- Use fresh mint leaves for a brighter, more aromatic cocktail; older leaves can taste dull and less vibrant.
- Opt for a high-quality gin with botanical notes that complement the blackberry and mint, enhancing the overall drink complexity.
- For a low-sugar version, replace simple syrup with stevia or reduce the amount, maintaining the cocktail’s refreshing character without excessive sweetness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg