Description
A refreshing Blackberry Lemon Drop Martini featuring homemade blackberry puree, perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint fresh blackberries, rinsed
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
- 4 ounces vodka (high-quality recommended)
- 2 ounces fresh lemon juice
- 1 ounce Cointreau (or other orange liqueur)
- 1 ounce blackberry puree (from above)
- ½ ounce simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes
- Lemon twist or fresh blackberries, for garnish
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Combine blackberries and water in a small saucepan.
- Simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, until blackberries soften and release juices, stirring occasionally.
- (Optional) Add sugar to taste, stirring until dissolved.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Puree in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- (Optional) Strain through a fine-mesh sieve for a smoother puree.
- Chill until ready to use.
- Combine sugar and lemon zest in a shallow dish.
- Moisten the rim of a martini glass with a lemon wedge or damp paper towel.
- Dip the rim into the sugar mixture, rotating to coat evenly.
- Set aside.
- Chill a martini glass in the freezer for a few minutes.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes (about two-thirds full).
- Add vodka, lemon juice, Cointreau, blackberry puree, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Close tightly and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
- Strain into the prepared martini glass.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or fresh blackberries.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more simple syrup or lemon juice.
- Experiment with other berries like raspberries or blueberries.
- For a mocktail, substitute vodka with sparkling water or club soda and use a non-alcoholic orange liqueur substitute.
- Infuse vodka with blackberries for an extra layer of flavor.
- Make a batch ahead of time and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Add ice and shake just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes