Bourbon Toscano Old Fashioned with Berries
A fruity and robust bourbon Old Fashioned featuring fresh berries muddled with sugar and bitters for a vibrant flavor. This general-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 7 minutes brings together bourbon, fresh blackberries, fresh raspberries for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 4 fresh blackberries
- 4 fresh raspberries
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 3 dashes Angostura bitters
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 twist lemon twist
Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, muddle 4 fresh blackberries and 4 fresh raspberries with 0.5 oz simple syrup and 3 dashes Angostura bitters until the berries are crushed and fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz bourbon and fill the glass with ice cubes, then stir for 30 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into an Old Fashioned glass filled with fresh ice.
- Step 4: Express the oils of 1 lemon twist over the glass, rub it around the rim, and drop it inside as garnish. Serve immediately to enjoy the fruity bourbon balance.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Bourbon Toscano Old Fashioned with Berries take to make?
Total time is about 7 minutes (7 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Bourbon Toscano Old Fashioned with Berries?
Refrigerate any leftover bourbon toscano old fashioned with berries in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Bourbon Toscano Old Fashioned with Berries?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Bourbon Toscano Old Fashioned with Berries for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Bourbon Toscano Old Fashioned with Berries?
General cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
