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
Equipment for this recipe
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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.
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.
