Blueberry Bourbon Smash

Blueberry Bourbon Smash

4.7(100)

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Cook Time
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Total Time
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Yield
1 serving

Ingredients

  • 1 cup light brown sugar (220 g)
  • 1 cup water (240 mL)
  • 1 pt blueberry (405 g), very ripe
  • ice
  • 2 oz bourbon (55 g)
  • 1 oz lemon juice (30 g)
  • 1 oz blueberry simple syrup (30 g)
  • ginger beer, to taste
  • lemon wedge, for garnish

How to Make It

1. Step
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar and water. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar completely.
2. Step
Add the blueberries to the pot and boil until the berries begin to burst, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and cool for 5–10 minutes.
3. Step
Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
4. Step
Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
5. Step
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
6. Step
Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with ginger beer.
7. Step
Garnish with lemon wedge.
8. Step
Enjoy!

Tags

Contains AlcoholSauce PanStove TopLiquid Measuring CupHappy HourBlenderSieveDrinksSpatulaDry Measuring Cups

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