FC Barcelona: "The Blaugrana Smash"

The artistic spirit of Camp Nou in your glass! Prepare the Blaugrana Smash cocktail with the unique blend of blackberry and gin.

About the Cocktail

Combining FC Barcelona's iconic blue and red (Blaugrana) colors with Camp Nou's artistic approach to the game, this cocktail offers a visual feast in the world of mixology. Gin-based and featuring refreshing fruit notes, the Blaugrana Smash has a layered structure that reflects the depth of “Més que un club”.

Mood

An artistic, dynamic, creative, and energetic stadium celebration.

Full Recipe

• 50ml (1.75 oz) Dry Gin (preferably with Mediterranean notes)
• 30ml (1 oz) Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
• 15ml (0.5 oz) Homemade Blackberry Syrup (for a deep “Bordeaux” color)
• Top-up with Soda Water (for a refreshing finish)

Garnish

Fresh mint leaves and two whole frozen blackberries.

Preparation Steps

1. Fill a large highball glass (or balloon glass) with crushed ice.
2. In a separate mixing glass, lightly shake the Gin and Lemon Juice with ice.
3. Strain the mixture into the glass and top it off with a splash of soda water.
4. Lightly slap the mint with your hand and place it on top of the glass, then add the blackberries and serve.

Bartender's Secret

To perfectly capture the “Blaugrana” effect (blue-burgundy transition), after topping up the drink with soda, slowly pour the blackberry syrup down the inside edge of the glass using the back of a bar spoon.