Description
The Blackberry Margarita Smash is a refreshing and vibrant cocktail that combines the tartness of fresh blackberries with the zesty kick of lime and smooth tequila. Perfect for summer gatherings, this shaken drink is garnished with fresh mint and blackberries to create a delightful and visually appealing beverage.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries
Liquids
- 2 oz tequila (blanco or reposado)
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 3/4 oz simple syrup (or to taste)
- 1/2 oz orange liqueur (such as Cointreau)
Other
- Ice
- Salt or sugar for rim (optional)
- Fresh mint and blackberries for garnish
Instructions
- Muddle the Blackberries: In a cocktail shaker or sturdy glass, muddle the blackberries until fully smashed and juicy to release their vibrant flavor.
- Add Liquids: Pour in the tequila, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and orange liqueur into the shaker with the muddled berries.
- Shake with Ice: Fill the shaker with ice, cover it securely, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients well.
- Prepare the Glass Rim: If desired, run a lime wedge around the rim of your serving glass and dip it in salt or sugar to enhance the drinking experience.
- Strain and Serve: Fill the glass with fresh ice and strain the cocktail through a fine mesh sieve to remove blackberry seeds, pouring the liquid into the glass.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Garnish your drink with fresh mint sprigs and extra blackberries, then serve immediately for the best taste and presentation.
Notes
- For a fizzy twist, top with a splash of sparkling water to add effervescence.
- You can substitute agave syrup for simple syrup if you prefer a natural sweetener.
- Adjust the sweetness according to your taste and the ripeness of your blackberries.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
