Bourbon And Berries Cocktail Recipe
The Bourbon and Berries cocktail is a delightful concoction that beautifully marries the rich flavors of bourbon whiskey with the vibrant sweetness of fresh berries.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Hawthorne strainer
- Mixing spoon
- Highball glass
Ingredients
- 2 ounces bourbon whiskey
- 1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup
- 4-6 fresh strawberries
- 6-8 fresh raspberries
- Ice cubes
- Mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash the strawberries and raspberries thoroughly. Remove the stems from the strawberries and cut them into small pieces.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon whiskey, lemon juice, simple syrup, and the freshly cut strawberries and raspberries.
- Gently muddle the berries to release their juices and flavors. Be careful not to over-muddle to avoid extracting bitter compounds from the fruit.
- Fill the cocktail shaker with ice cubes and securely attach the lid.Shake the cocktail shaker vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill the ingredients and thoroughly combine the flavors.
- Place a hawthorne strainer on top of the cocktail shaker and strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Garnish the cocktail with a sprig of mint leaves for an added touch of freshness and aroma.
- Serve the Bourbon and Berries cocktail immediately and enjoy!