Blackberry Martini Cocktail
A fruity, elegant martini that muddles fresh blackberries with vodka, blackberry liqueur (or blackberry syrup), bright lemon, and simple syrup—shaken cold and served in a chilled glass.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Muddler
- Measuring jigger
- Martini glass
- Bar spoon
- Small saucepan (for blackberry syrup, optional)
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 5-6 blackberries fresh (or thawed frozen)
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz blackberry liqueur or blackberry syrup
- 0.5 oz simple syrup adjust to taste
- 0.75 oz lemon juice fresh
- ice cubes for shaking
- lemon twist or blackberry for garnish
Instructions
- Chill a martini glass in the freezer.
- Add blackberries and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker, then muddle until very juicy.
- Add vodka, blackberry liqueur (or blackberry syrup), and lemon juice. Fill the shaker with ice and shake for about 15 seconds until cold.
- Fine-strain into the chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or a fresh blackberry on a pick. Serve immediately.
Notes
Fresh, in-season blackberries give the best color and sweetness. If the drink is too tart, add a touch more simple syrup. For a lighter spritz, top with a splash of prosecco or sparkling water. Quick blackberry syrup: simmer equal parts blackberries, sugar, and water for 5–8 minutes, strain, and cool.