Sparkling Citrus Blackberry Smash

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

A lively cocktail combining muddled blackberries with fresh citrus and sparkling wine for a bright, fruity finish. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together blackberries, fresh lemon 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 140 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

• 5 whole blackberries
• 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 oz simple syrup
• 1.5 oz gin
• 3 oz dry sparkling wine
• as needed ice cubes
• 1 lemon wheel
• 1 whole for garnish blackberry

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, muddle 5 whole blackberries with 0.5 oz simple syrup and 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice until the berries are crushed and juices released.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 oz gin and fill the glass halfway with ice cubes.
3. Step 3: Stir gently for 30 seconds to chill and combine flavors.
4. Step 4: Double strain into a chilled flute glass to remove seeds and pulp.
5. Step 5: Top with 3 oz dry sparkling wine, pouring gently to preserve bubbles.
6. Step 6: Garnish with a lemon wheel on the rim and a single blackberry skewered on a cocktail pick resting across the glass.