Smashed Raspberry Breeze

This invigorating cocktail, known as the Smashed Raspberry Breeze, is the perfect signature drink for any party. Refreshing and customizable, it can be made with light rum for a mojito twist. The pitcher-size recipe allows more time with guests and less time shaking drinks.

Smashed Raspberry Breeze

A refreshing and customizable cocktail with raspberries, cucumber, mint, and gin, perfect for entertaining.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup raspberries, divided
  • 1/4 English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 tablespoon packed fresh mint leaves, plus 1 mint sprig
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3/4 ounce lemon juice
  • 2 ounces gin
  • 3/4 cup cold seltzer

Instructions

  1. In a pitcher, combine 1/4 cup raspberries, cucumber, and 1/2 tbsp. mint.
  2. Add sugar and muddle the ingredients until raspberries are crushed and mint is aromatic.
  3. Stir in lemon juice and gin until sugar dissolves.
  4. Gently stir in seltzer.
  5. Fill a glass with ice and add remaining raspberries.
  6. Pour the cocktail into the glass and garnish with a mint sprig.