Blackberry Gin and Tonic Spritz
A fruity and floral riff on the classic gin and tonic, topped with an extra bubbly spritzy finish.
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Servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup blackberry purée
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup elderflower liqueur
- 2 cups
gin - 12 oz tonic water divided
- 4 oz sparkling water or Prosecco optional
- Fresh blackberries halved, for garnish
- Cocktail picks for garnish
Instructions
- In a pitcher, combine the blackberry purée, lemon juice, elderflower liqueur, and gin. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
- When ready to serve, divide the mixture evenly between four glasses filled with ice.
- Top each glass with 3 oz tonic water and, if desired, 1 oz sparkling water or Prosecco.
- Gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with freshly halved blackberries threaded onto cocktail picks.
For a Halloween presentation: Place the serving glass inside a larger dish containing water and a small piece of dry ice to create a fog effect without allowing dry ice to touch the cocktail. Use protective gloves or tongs when handling it.