Go Back
–+ servings

BLUEBERRY BOURBON SMASH

A Blonde Vintage
This year-round cocktail recipe is especially festive for all your Fourth of July festivities!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces bourbon
  • 1/8 cup fresh Blueberries
  • 1 ounce simple syrup
  • 3-4 single basil leaves or lime slices, plus more for garnish
  • 1/4 cup club soda
  • crushed Ice

Instructions
 

  • First off, chill an double old-fashioned glass or a mint julep cup.
  • Next, muddle your basil leaves, blueberries and simple syrup until leaves look softened and smell very fragrant, in the bottom of a cocktail shaker.
  • Last, fill your double old-fashioned glass or mint julep cup with crushed ice, and pour in your Makers Mark bourbon.
  • Add in your muddled basil leaves and simple syrup, stir once or twice and top with club soda.
  • Finish your drink by garnishing with basil or a wedge of lime and ENJOY!
Keyword Cocktail Recipe, Cocktails, Holiday Cocktail Recipe
Tried this recipe?Mention @ABlondeVintage or tag #ablondevintage!