A Blackberry Prosecco Mule is a fresh spin on the classic mule cocktail. It’s perfect for warm evenings or when friends drop by.

This recipe combines sweet blackberries, sparkling Prosecco, and ginger beer for a drink that’s light, fruity, and easy to make at home. I like making this cocktail when I want something a bit different but still simple to throw together.

If you love cocktails that are both flavorful and visually inviting, you’ll appreciate the deep color and bubbly finish of this drink. It’s a great choice for parties or just kicking back after a long day.

Blackberry Prosecco Mule Cocktail Recipe

This cocktail blends the sweet taste of blackberries with bubbly prosecco and the sharp kick of ginger beer. I try to pick out the best tools and ingredients for a smooth mixing process and crisp flavor.

John

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Serving Size

Equipment

Cocktail shaker: I use this to mix the blackberries, lime juice, and vodka together.
Muddler: To crush the blackberries and really get their juice and flavor out.
Strainer: I strain the mixture into the glass to keep out seeds and pulp.

Tall glass or copper mug: It helps keep the mule cold and honestly just looks nice.
Measuring jigger: This keeps every ingredient in check for balanced flavor.
Bar spoon: I use it for stirring gently once the prosecco and ginger beer are in.

Ice: For chilling and serving the drink, of course.

Ingredients

5-6 fresh blackberries: For that berry flavor and color.
2 ounces vodka: I stick with a plain smooth vodka.

1/2 ounce fresh lime juice: Adds a tart edge to balance out the sweetness.
4 ounces ginger beer: For spicy fizz and that classic mule vibe.
3 ounces chilled prosecco: Adds bubbles and a little light fruit note.

Ice cubes: To fill the glass.
Garnishes optional: Fresh blackberries, lime wheel, or a mint sprig for a nice finish.

Instructions

Drop the blackberries in the shaker and muddle them until they give up their juice.

Add vodka and lime juice to the muddled berries.
Fill the shaker with ice and shake well for about 10-15 seconds.
Strain the mixture into a tall glass or copper mug filled halfway with fresh ice.

Pour ginger beer into the glass, then slowly top with prosecco.
Stir gently with a bar spoon to mix it up.
Garnish with a lime wheel, a few blackberries, or a mint sprig if you feel like it.

Notes

I really recommend using fresh blackberries for the best flavor. Frozen berries can work, but if you don’t thaw them first, they might water down the drink.

For a sweeter drink, I’ll sometimes add a splash of simple syrup before shaking. If I want a lighter cocktail, I just use less vodka and a bit more ginger beer.

The copper mug keeps things cold longer, but any tall glass does the job. I avoid prosecco that’s way too sweet or bone-dry—a balanced one fits best with the fruit and spice.

Adjust the ginger beer to taste if you like it spicier or milder. The garnish is totally optional, but it does make the drink look pretty great.

Tasting Notes

First sip of the Blackberry Prosecco Mule? The fizz from the Prosecco jumps out right away. Those bubbles really lift up the flavors and make each taste feel bright and clean.

The blackberry brings a gentle sweetness and a burst of berry right up front. It’s there, but not overwhelming or syrupy.

The ginger beer gives a spicy kick. It balances out the sweet blackberry and leaves a bit of warmth at the end of every sip.

Key Flavors I Notice:

Blackberry: Light and a touch sweet
Prosecco: Crisp, bubbly, refreshing
Ginger Beer: Spicy, tangy, sharp

The lime juice keeps everything fresh. It slices through the sweetness and keeps the drink from getting heavy.

Honestly, this cocktail goes down easy and isn’t too sweet. The flavors play nicely together and leave a light, refreshing finish.

Substitute

Sometimes, I have to swap out ingredients when my kitchen’s missing something. Here are a few ideas I lean on:

If blackberries are gone, I’ll grab fresh raspberries or even blueberries.
Prosecco? I’ll just use any dry sparkling wine that’s around.
For a non-alcoholic twist, sparkling water stands in for Prosecco.

No ginger beer? Ginger ale gives a gentler kick.
Out of lime juice, I’ll just go for lemon juice instead.

Honestly, which ingredients I swap out just depends on what’s kicking around at home.

Equipment:

Ingredients:

Substitute fruit—raspberries or maybe blueberries
Alternative sparkling beverage
Alternative citrus juice
Substitute spirit, like gin or rum
Ginger ale for a softer flavor

Instructions:

Muddle whatever fruit you picked in the shaker.
Toss in ice, your spirit of choice, citrus juice, and the ginger drink you’ve got.
Give it a good shake, then strain into your glass.

If you’re using a sparkling beverage, pour that on top.
Finish it off with a few fresh berries or a lime wheel. Why not?

Blackberry Prosecco Mule Cocktail Recipe