Blackberry Vodka Lemonade Cocktail Recipe
This refreshing cocktail mixes sweet blackberries with tangy lemonade and smooth vodka for a perfect summer drink.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Collins glass
- Ice
- Measuring jigger
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 2 oz premium vodka
- 6-8 fresh blackberries
- 4 oz fresh lemonade
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Ice cubes
- Fresh blackberries and lemon wheel for garnish
Instructions
- Place blackberries in the cocktail shaker and muddle until they release their juice.
- Add vodka, lemonade, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake for 15-20 seconds.
- Fill a Collins glass with fresh ice.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into the glass.
- Garnish with fresh blackberries and a lemon wheel.
Notes
The drink works best with fresh blackberries, but frozen ones can work in a pinch. Just thaw them first.
Store-bought lemonade is fine, but fresh-squeezed makes a big difference in taste.
For a sweeter drink, add more simple syrup in 1/4 oz increments.
Keep the garnish simple - too many berries can make the drink hard to sip.
This recipe makes one serving. Double or triple the ingredients to make a pitcher for parties.