Cognac & Blackberry Smash

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-07 · Updated 2026-04-07

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A vibrant summer cocktail bursting with fresh blackberry tartness and the smooth elegance of cognac, perfect for garden gatherings. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together Cognac, Fresh blackberries, Fresh lemon juice 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.

Prep: 8 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 160 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz Cognac
1/2 cup Fresh blackberries
1/2 oz Fresh lemon juice
1/2 oz Simple syrup
2 oz Club soda

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Instructions

Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 1/2 cup fresh blackberries with 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice until the berries release their juice and are crushed (about 30 seconds).
Step 2: Add 2 oz cognac and 1/2 oz simple syrup to the shaker, then fill with ice cubes.
Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well-chilled, strain into a chilled coupe glass, top with 2 oz club soda, and stir gently for 5 seconds to combine. Garnish with a fresh blackberry and a lemon twist.