Blackberry Smash Mocktail –
World Bartender Day 2026 hits different this year
by Mixologist and Photographer Murray Anderson
Enter: The Sober Renaissance
World Bartender Day 2026 marks a shift in the craft. It is no longer just about the spirit in the bottle, but the spirit of the maker. As we enter this "Sober Renaissance," the focus has moved toward botanical complexity and the premium glassware that holds just that. We are honoring the mastery required to build flavor profiles entirely from botanicals and aromatics, while presenting this craft in the best glassware to inspire your home bar or gatherings.
The Feature: Mocktails in the Bargiani
For this year’s celebration, NUDE has partnered with renowned mixologist and photographer Murray Anderson to showcase the potential of spirit-free mixology.
Using our Bargiani short cocktail glass as his canvas, Murray explores a "fresh pour, a bold crush, and a perfect serve".
The Bargiani's lead-free crystalline silhouette is more than an aesthetic choice; it is a vessel for the spirit-free mixologist who understands that precision is the most important ingredient. "Why this glass?", you may ask. Simple: the wide brim of the NUDE Bar/Giani short cocktail glass enhances the aroma of the apple juice with the muddled blackberries and creates the perfect combination between its fruity full flavour and crushed ice.
Bar/Giani Collection – Short Cocktail Glass
The Recipe: Blackberry Smash Mocktail
The Essentials
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50ml Pressed Apple Juice
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5 Muddled Blackberries
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15ml Mint-infused Honey Syrup
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25ml Fresh Lime Juice
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Glassware: NUDE Bar/Giani Short Glass
The Method
Muddle: Gently press 5 fresh blackberries in a shaker to release their deep hue and natural essence.
Build: Add the pressed apple juice, fresh lime, and mint-infused honey syrup.
Shake: Fill with ice and shake briefly, just enough to chill the botanicals while maintaining the texture.
Strain: Fine-strain over fresh cracked ice into your Bargiani glass to ensure a crystalline finish.
Garnish: Crown with a fresh mint sprig and a single blackberry.
Pro-tip: You can use any cocktail glass by NUDE. Take a look at our Finesse Collection, Caldera Collection or The Big Top Collection by NUDE.
