Once or twice a year, my mood reader heart craves a book that will rip me apart and leave me changed. On the Savage Side by Tiffany McDaniel took that as a challenge and grabbed ahold of my heart without mercy.
This book deserves to have a drink poured in its honor, to celebrate the power of McDaniel’s writing, and reflect with those who deeply relate to this story. I’ve chosen to pair it with a Blackberry Bourbon Lemonade. I took inspiration from this blog post when looking for the perfect drink to honor this book and I’m excited to share it with you today.
Just like On the Savage Side, the Blackberry Bourbon Lemonade has an impactful depth and a levity of sweetness that keeps you coming back for more! This is the easy warm weather drink you’ll be making all summer!
Before I dive into my recipe, check out my review of On the Savage Side here.
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I get compliments on these glasses all the time, so I’m linking them here along with the other barware I use regularly! These make incredible wedding and housewarming gifts!
You can find more of my favorite glasses and barware here.
Blackberry Bourbon Lemonade
Ingredients:
8-10 blackberries
8-10 mint leaves
2 oz bourbon
4 oz lemonade
Ice
Directions:
- Combine blackberries, mint leaves, and bourbon into a shaker and muddle until the berries have been crushed and the mint leaves have released their oils.
- Pour the mixture into a glass filled with ice. *You may choose to strain the liquid into the glass, but personally I like the added fruit!
- Top with lemonade.
- Garnish and enjoy!
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Want to see more Five Star Cocktails? Below are some of my favorite books paired with a cocktail to match!
Strawberry Basil Margarita for The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand
Strawberry Bourbon Smash for Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez
Spice Pineapple Margarita for I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
French 75 for Atomic Habits by James Clear
Spicy Passion Fruit Margarita for The Reunion
Large Batch Strawberry Margaritas for Maame by Jessica George
Will you try the Blackberry Bourbon Lemonade? What book would you like to see paired next? Looking forward to On the Savage Side by Tiffany McDaniel?
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