Bourbon Berry Smash

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs August 26, 2026

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A photo of the Bourbon Berry Smash cocktail containing Raspberries, Savage & Cooke Cask Finished Bourbon, Chambord Liqueur, Freshly squeezed lemon juice, Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne), Club soda in a Old-Fashioned.

Other Ingredients

  • 8.00 fresh Raspberries
  • 0.25 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 0.25 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
  • Top up with Club soda

Directions

  • Muddle raspberries in base of shaker
  • Add next four ingredients to shaker
  • Add ice to shaker and shake well
  • Strain into ice-filled old-fashioned glass
  • Top with soda water
  • Stir lightly
  • Garnish with fresh raspberries
  • Serve with straws

Cocktail Description

The Bourbon Berry Smash delivers the kind of fruity, refreshing punch that makes you forget you're drinking something strong enough to put a little swagger in your step.

This drink brings together muddled raspberries with Savage & Cooke bourbon, Chambord, fresh lemon juice, and cane syrup, all topped with a splash of club soda. The result is a beautifully balanced cocktail that tastes like summer in a glass—tart berries meet smooth bourbon warmth, with just enough fizz to keep things lively. It's friendly enough for casual gatherings but sophisticated enough to serve at a dinner party, making it a solid choice for warm afternoons on the patio or celebratory evenings with friends.

Making this one is pretty straightforward if you're comfortable with a cocktail shaker and some light muddling. The fresh raspberries need a good press to release their juices, but you're not building a house here—just breaking down some fruit. Once you've got your technique down, you can whip up several rounds in no time.

Food-wise, this cocktail plays especially well with grilled meats, particularly pork chops or barbecue ribs where the berry notes complement smoky, savory flavors. It also holds its own alongside creamy cheeses or a charcuterie board loaded with prosciutto and aged cheddar.

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