Berry Basil Bliss

This refreshing Blackberry-Gin Fizz cocktail is a delightful blend of juicy blackberries, zesty lime, and aromatic Thai basil, creating a symphony of flavors in every sip. The sweetness of ripe blackberries perfectly complements the botanical notes of gin, while the addition of fresh lime juice adds a bright, citrusy twist to this enchanting libation. Topped with fizzy club soda and garnished with fragrant basil, this cocktail is a tantalizing treat for the taste buds and a feast for the eyes.

Berry Basil Bliss

A refreshing and delightful cocktail featuring ripe blackberries, gin, lime juice, and Thai basil, topped with club soda for a fizzy finish.

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Ingredients

  • 6-8 ripe blackberries
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 oz gin
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • Club soda
  • 1 sprig Thai basil or sweet basil
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. In a blender, puree the blackberries and sugar until smooth.
  2. Let the puree sit for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sugar is dissolved.
  3. Strain the puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a glass, removing the seeds.
  4. Stir in the gin and fresh lime juice.
  5. Fill a glass with ice and pour the blackberry mixture over the ice.
  6. Top it off with club soda.
  7. Garnish with a sprig of Thai basil or sweet basil.