Blueberry Lemon Thyme Smash

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Prep: 15 mins Cook: None Serves: 4-6 Source: Tieghan Gerard, Half Baked Harvest

1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries, plus more for topping (118 ml)
1-2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, plus a sprig for serving
Juice from 2 lemons (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup blueberry or blackberry jam (118 ml)
180ml bourbon or tequila (6 oz / 3/4 cup)
120ml elderflower liqueur, such as St-Germain (4 oz / 1/2 cup)
3-4 (12 oz) cans sparkling water, for topping
Lemon thyme sugar, for the rim (optional): zest of 1 lemon + 2 tablespoons granulated sugar + 1 teaspoon chopped thyme

In a pitcher, muddle the blueberries, thyme, and lemon juice, squashing everything to release the juices.
Add the jam, bourbon (or tequila), and elderflower liqueur. Stir to combine.
Chill until ready to serve.
To make the lemon thyme sugar: combine lemon zest, sugar, and chopped thyme on a shallow plate. Rim each glass in the sugar, then fill with ice.
Strain the cocktail into the prepared glasses. Top off with sparkling water, then gently stir to combine.
Garnish with a thyme sprig and a few fresh blueberries.

Wine Pairing: N/A