Relegation Red Berry Smash

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-11 · Updated 2026-07-11

A vibrant, fruity smash cocktail that balances tart berries with fresh mint, capturing the drama of the relegation battle. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together Dark rum, Fresh lime juice, and Simple syrup 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 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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

• 1.5 oz Dark rum
• 0.75 oz Fresh lime juice
• 0.5 oz Simple syrup
• 5 pcs Mixed fresh berries (blackberries, raspberries)
• 6 Fresh mint leaves
• to fill Crushed ice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, gently muddle 5 mixed fresh berries with 6 fresh mint leaves and 0.5 oz simple syrup to release juices and aromas.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 oz dark rum and 0.75 oz fresh lime juice to the mixing glass.
3. Step 3: Fill the mixing glass with crushed ice to the top.
4. Step 4: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to chill and combine flavors without over-dilution.
5. Step 5: Strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh crushed ice.
6. Step 6: Garnish with a sprig of mint and a skewer of three fresh berries laid across the rim.