Blackberry Summer Smash

Submitted by Foxfire13

"As seen in Self Magazine - July 2014. Ginger beer (which contains no alcohol) adds a sweet kick to the tart blackberries. It's readily available in supermarkets."

 

• Ready In: 3mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Yields: 1 cup
• Serves: 1

ingredients

• 6 basil leaves, fresh
• 11 blackberries, divided
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh
• 6 ice cubes
• 1⁄4 cup ginger beer, chilled
• 2 tablespoons Bourbon (optional)

directions

1. In a rocks glass, muddle basil and 8 blackberries with lemon juice.
2. Fill glass with large, square ice cubes and top with ginger beer and bourbon, if desired.
3. Garnish with basil sprig and remaining 3 blackberries.
4. Serve immediately.