Blackberry Burst Gin and Tonic

This delightful Blackberry Burst Gin and Tonic is a refreshing and vibrant cocktail that combines the sweetness of blackberries, the citrusy notes of Meyer lemons, and the botanical flavors of gin. The muddled blackberries and mint lend a burst of fresh flavors, while the tonic water adds effervescence, making it a perfect drink for warm days or lively gatherings.

Blackberry Burst Gin and Tonic

A refreshing and vibrant cocktail that combines blackberries, Meyer lemons, mint, and gin, topped with tonic water for a burst of fresh flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 3 blackberries
  • 5 fresh mint leaves
  • 1/8 cup simple syrup
  • 2 ounces high quality gin
  • 1/2 Meyer lemon (can substitute regular lemon)
  • Tonic water
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Place 3 blackberries and 5 mint leaves into a highball glass and muddle together.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the juice of half a Meyer lemon, simple syrup, and gin. Fill the shaker with ice and shake for 1 minute.
  3. Fill the highball glass with ice, then strain and pour the mixture from the shaker into the glass.
  4. Top off the drink with tonic water, stir gently, and serve.