Blackberry Lemon Gin & Tonic is one of our favorite mixed drinks. It’s one of those perfect cocktails for a hot summer day. Blackberries, lemon & gin is a delicious combination! Serve it at all your parties & backyard BBQ’s.
This post first appeared over at Real Housemoms where I’m a contributor.
It’s time to break out the flip flops, invite some friends over & host some fun summer gatherings. My mother-in-law loved to really party.
Seemed every weekend she was hosting some sort of get-together with about 50 of her “closest” friends.
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She was quite social & was always the very best hostess. I could only dream of being as social as she was. She always had the best food, the best drinks & it was all laid out on a spread that would rival any over the top buffet.
She knew how to do up a party right. This time of year especially was her gig. She loved the outdoors & that was her “party season”.
So now when it comes time to start bringing the food outside, I’m reminded of those amazing backyard gatherings she would put on. One thing that was always present, good drinks.
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You see, my father-in-law was one killer bartender. They had these beautiful rocks glasses that I would always want to use & he really knew his stuff.
He would whip something delicious up while telling you the best joke. He was a character & as long as you weren’t the sensitive or easily offended type, he would have you rolling. We sure loved that.
Fortunately, the hubs also went to bartending school way back in the day- like so far back, it was before we met.
Yeah- ancient times. He really gives me the inspiration for the bevies I love sharing here with you like this Blackberry Lemon Gin & Tonic. It’s simple, easy- not even any shaking required. Delicious too!
Here are some commonly asked questions
Can I use frozen blackberries?
Yes, absolutely, that will work just fine. Just be sure to thaw them & pat them dry before using. This way there isn’t added water from the frozen berries and the berries are easily muddled when making.
How many can this serve?
This recipe makes 2 glasses, about 12 ounces each. So if you need more, plan accordingly.
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Can this recipe be doubled?
You can, and we do it often. If you are hosting a crowd, stock up. But since the ingredients get muddled in the bottom of each glass, you really can’t make this ahead of time in a large pitcher or something. You will still need to make each cocktail as they are needed.
HOW DO YOU MAKE Blackberry Lemon Gin & Tonic?
- Using 2 lowball glasses, place 3 blackberries into each glass.
- Divide the mint leaves, lemon juice, and simple syrup between the glasses & muddle it all together.
- Top the mixture with ice to fill each glass and then follow with 3 oz of gin per glass.
- Fill the remainder of each glass with tonic water.
- Garnish with lemon wheel & mint leaves.
Definitely the drink you want to serve up next to your platter of delicious dishes this summer.
To make Blackberry Lemon Gin & Tonic you will need…
- blackberries
- mint leaves
- lemon juice
- simple syrup
- gin
- tonic water
- ice
- Additional mint leaves & lemon wheels for garnish
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Products I love when making Blackberry Lemon Gin & Tonic…
This Blackberry Lemon Gin & Tonic recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made this type of cocktail before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love it. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this drink recipe.
- lowball glasses
- Muddler and Mixing Spoon
- Ice Ball Maker Mold
- lemon juice
- lemon simple syrup
- tonic water
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Blackberry & Lemon Gin & Tonic
Ingredients
- 6 fresh blackberries
- 8 mint leaves
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp simple syrup
- ice
- 6 oz gin
- 18 ounces tonic water (approx 9 ounces per glass)
- Additional mint leaves & lemon wheels for garnish
Instructions
- Using 2 lowball glasses, place 3 blackberries into each glass.
- Divide the mint leaves, lemon juice and simple syrup between the glasses & muddle it all together.
- Top the mixture with ice to fill each glass and then follow with 3 oz of gin per glass.
- Fill the remainder of each glass with tonic water.
- Garnish with lemon wheel & mint leaves.
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Tamar says
That sounds amazing!
Brooke A Neal says
Looks tasty! I need to find some non-alcoholic versions of these drinks.
Gina Kleinworth says
Thanks Brooke – you can always replace the alcohol with club soda for a different twist. Have a great weekend!
Jenna says
This sounds really good!
Jess says
What a neat Summer drink!
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
Stacey says
This sounds awesome! Definitely going to try! #HomeMattersParty
Dee says
This sounds so refreshing, and it looks wonderful! Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday!