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Blackberry Ginger Smash with Thyme

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LIZ DELLA CROCE

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Ideal for entertaining, this refreshing non-alcoholic Blackberry Ginger Smash is made with muddled blackberries, lemon, ginger beer and fresh thyme.

When it comes to warm weather celebrations, I am all about the fresh fruit cocktail (or mocktail!) Today is no exception which is why I’ve created this Blackberry Ginger Smash with Thyme to celebrate the Surprise Virtual Baby Shower for my friend Taylor of Greens & Chocolate. She’s expecting a baby BOY next month and I couldn’t be more excited for her!

Blueberries from Market - The Lemon Bowl

As you know, we get pretty serious about produce season here in Michigan. Once the weather finally heats up, we are knee-deep in fresh fruit until winter rolls around.

Blackberry Ginger Thyme Smash - The Lemon Bowl

Whether it’s strawberries, peaches, watermelon or blackberries, you will find me muddling them with fresh herbs and turning them into a fun drink. Since this is a baby shower I decided to keep it alcohol-free but the sweet berries, spicy ginger beer and fragrant thyme would pair perfectly with gin, vodka or rum.

Blackberry Ginger Beer Smash - The Lemon Bowl

Cheers to you and your growing family Taylor! I wish you all the best as you begin this exciting new chapter of life! Boys are the BEST!

Your straw is waiting.

Blackberry Ginger Smash

5 stars average
Ideal for entertaining, this refreshing non-alcoholic Blackberry Ginger Smash is made with muddled blackberries, lemon, ginger beer and fresh thyme.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
CourseDrinks
Serves4

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1 cup blackberries
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 lemon cut in wedges
  • 4 sprigs thyme
  • 12 ounces ginger beer
  • 12 ounces club soda
  • ice

Instructions
 

  1. Place blackberries, sugar, lemon wedges and thyme in the bottom of a glass pitcher.
  2. Break down the blackberries using a cocktail muddler or the back of a large wooden spoon.
  3. Add ginger beer and club soda to the pitcher and stir once.
  4. Fill four glasses with ice and pour mixture to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 74kcalCarbohydrates: 18.6gProtein: 0.5gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 35mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16.8g

Liz’s Notes

To turn this into a cocktail, add 1 ounce rum, gin or vodka to each glass.

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39 responses to “Blackberry Ginger Smash with Thyme”

  1. Joanne Avatar
    Joanne

    Herby and fruity are definitely how I want all my drinks to be this summer. Love this!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Come drink some with me!

  2. bridget {bake at 350} Avatar
    bridget {bake at 350}

    Sounds so refreshing!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thank you Bridget!

  3. Maureen Avatar
    Maureen

    This is so refreshing! The perfect drink for the warm weather. I love fresh fruits too! I’m also loving the combination of flavors you chose for this drink. Great drink!

    And yey for the virtual baby shower!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thank you – it was so refreshing!!

  4. Annalise @ Completely Delicious Avatar
    Annalise @ Completely Delicious

    You speak my cocktail language. I love that you made these alcohol-free, but I can’t wait to add a little vodka to this come September! :)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Exactly!! I’ve got you covered! :)

  5. Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles Avatar
    Brenda @ a farmgirl’s dabbles

    I love using fresh herbs in my cocktails – what a great light and refreshing summer drink!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Come over and share one with me!

  6. Kayle (The Cooking Actress) Avatar
    Kayle (The Cooking Actress)

    ooooh such a beautiful drink-and sooo perfect for the season!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thank you so much!

  7. Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat Avatar
    Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat

    Your drink is so pretty! The blackberry flavor sounds amazing!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thank you so much Shelby!

  8. Ashley Avatar
    Ashley

    Blackberry and thyme sounds like such a good combo for a drink! Goodness these sound refreshing!

  9. Nikki @Seeded at the Table Avatar
    Nikki @Seeded at the Table

    Gah! Absolutely beautiful!!!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Aww thank you so much friend!!

  10. Shawnna Avatar
    Shawnna

    Yummy!! This looks really good!! And congrats Taylor!!