Blackberry Thyme Gin Smash
A vibrant gin smash with muddled blackberries, lemon, and a hint of thyme. Bright, juicy, and perfectly balanced between herbal and refreshing.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
Ingredients
2 oz gin
¾ oz lemon juice
¾ oz simple syrup
4–5 blackberries
1-2 thyme sprig (optional, for garnish or to shake with the drink)
Crushed ice
Instructions
In a shaker, muddle the blackberries with simple syrup (and thyme sprig if using).
Add gin, lemon juice, and ice.
Shake until chilled, then strain over crushed ice into a rocks glass.
Garnish with a fresh thyme sprig and a few blackberries.
Notes from the Bar
Gin Choice
A botanical gin enhances the fruit’s brightness. We love something citrus-forward like Tanqueray or Hendrick’s.
Thyme Touch
Shaking the drink with thyme infuses a subtle herbal note, while using it as a garnish adds a gentle aroma. You can skip it if you prefer a purely fruit-forward smash.
Crushed Ice
Essential for this drink’s texture and dilution, it keeps the cocktail light, juicy, and easy to sip.
Presentation
Serve in a short rocks glass and garnish with a thyme sprig for a simple, elegant finish.
Seasonal Twist
Perfect for late fall through winter when blackberries are rich and aromatic, but can be made year-round with frozen berries.
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Make It a Date Nite
This cocktail is part of something bigger for us. It's a ritual we return to week after week.
Each week, we create a Date Nite designed around one drink, one thoughtful menu, and the feeling of slowing down together. The kind of night where the table is set with intention, the music hums softly in the background, and the evening unfolds without rushing.
For this Date Nite, we’ve paired a cocktail with a cozy, make-ahead-friendly menu, so you can enjoy the process without spending the whole night in the kitchen. We also include little touches we love like timing notes, a head start option, and a playlist to set the mood. Feel to pair the meal with any of our cocktails.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence. And turning an ordinary night at home into something that feels quietly special.
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Kevin & Kate
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