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Merry berry bourbon cocktail served over ice with blackberry and lemon garnish

Merry Berry Bourbon Cocktail

A festive holiday cocktail featuring bourbon, muddled blackberries, lemon juice, and maple syrup. A vibrant red drink that balances sweet, tart, and warm flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 glass
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz bourbon whiskey Mid-range quality
  • ½ cup fresh blackberries Plus extra for garnish
  • 1 oz lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 oz maple syrup Or simple syrup
  • 1 cup ice cubes For shaking and serving
  • 1 wedge lemon For garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Cocktail shaker Essential tool
  • 1 Muddler To crush fruit
  • 1 Fine-mesh strainer To remove seeds

Method
 

  1. Place blackberries and maple syrup in a cocktail shaker and muddle until juicy.
  2. Add bourbon, lemon juice, and ice to the shaker.
  3. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until cold.
  4. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
  5. Garnish with a fresh blackberry and lemon wedge before serving.

Notes

Double strain the drink to remove blackberry seeds for a smoother texture. Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor brightness.