Blueberry Bourbon Smash

Blueberry Bourbon Smash

Recipe by Betsy Carter from tasty.co

Drinks 30 Mins.

Ingredients

1

1 servings

  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 pt blueberry, very ripe
  • ice
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 1 oz lemon juice
  • 1 oz blueberry simple syrup
  • ginger beer, to taste
  • lemon wedge, for garnish

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar and water. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar completely.
  • 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.
  • Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
  • In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the bourbon, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
  • Strain into a glass filled with ice and top with ginger beer.
  • Garnish with lemon wedge.
  • Enjoy!

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