Blackberry Smash and Sparkle

Prepare yourself for the weekend with a refreshing Blackberry Smash and Sparkle. This light and fruity cocktail combines the rich flavors of dark rum with the zing of ginger beer, all muddled with fresh blackberries, mint, and lime for the perfect summer drink.

Blackberry Smash and Sparkle

A light and fruity cocktail with dark rum, ginger beer, and muddled blackberries, mint, and lime.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1.50 oz dark rum (such as Gosling Black Seal Rum) or spiced rum
  • 3.50 oz chilled ginger beer
  • 1 lime wedge
  • 2-3 mint leaves
  • 5-6 fresh blackberries
  • Extra blackberries and mint for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a shaker, muddle lime and mint together until juices are fully released.
  2. Add blackberries to the shaker and continue to muddle for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Pour in rum, cover, and shake vigorously.
  4. Fill an old-fashioned glass about 3/4 full with crushed ice.
  5. Pour the contents of the shaker over the ice and top off with chilled ginger beer.
  6. Garnish with fresh blackberries and mint. Enjoy!