Blackberry Ginger Collins Cocktail made with a naturally-sweetened blackberry simple syrup, gin, lemon juice, and ginger beer.
How do you make a cocktail ode to summer?
Blackberry simple syrup is the first thing you need to know.
Second, fill a glass with ice and add dreamy blackberry simple syrup, gin, lemon juice, and ginger beer.
Summer may be coming to a close, but it's not over yet, friends.
Recently, I realized that regular old simple syrup just doesn't get made very often in my kitchen.
The truth is, infused simple syrups, like in this hibiscus cocktail, give libations such a fun twist. With seasonal ingredients, the combinations are endless.
This Blackberry Ginger Collins Cocktail is a take on the traditional Tom Collins.
Light, refreshing, and fizzy, this variation blends traditional ingredients with blackberry and ginger flavors.
Blackberry Ginger Collins Ingredients
Sound good? Here's what you'll need:
- fresh blackberries
- lemon juice
- gin
- ginger beer
- honey
So, you don't have gin on hand? This Collins cocktail recipe works great with vodka too.
Or you don't have honey? Sub in organic cane sugar, agave syrup, or even maple syrup in its place.
Either way, this blackberry Collins cocktail will have you savoring summer to the very last drop.
For another light and refreshing cocktail, check out Sherrie's cucumber basil martini! Or for more infused syrup inspiration, check out this lavender simple syrup.
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Ingredients
Blackberry Simple Syrup
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup honey (or organic cane sugar)
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
Blackberry Ginger Collins
- 1 ½ ounces gin
- ¾ ounce fresh lemon juice
- ¾ ounce blackberry simple syrup
- 2 ounces ginger beer
- fresh blackberries, for garnish
Instructions
Blackberry Simple Syrup
- In a small saucepan, add water, honey, and blackberries. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently until honey has dissolved into water. Once blackberries start to break apart when gently pressed with a spoon, remove from heat. Allow to cool completely.
- Once cool, transfer to an airtight jar or container. Store in the refrigerator
Blackberry Ginger Collins
- Place ice, gin, lemon juice, and blackberry simple syrup into a shaker. Shake well. Strain and pour into an ice-filled glass. Top with ginger beer. Garnish with fresh blackberries if desired.
KathleenF
What do you think about using vodka for this rather than gin? We have a non-gin lover in the group. Thank you.
Tessa
Hi Kathleen! I think vodka would work great here.
Sher
I'm definitely making this summer - sounds amazing, Tessa!