Add blackberries, sugar, and lime juice into a blender; blend until smooth. If desired, strain mixture through a fine-mesh strainer.
Recipe
Author
The Beard Behind the Bar
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Description
This well-known classic blackberry drink is heavy yet elegant. Make your own blackberry puree and then add to a cocktail shaker with vodka and St. Germain.
For more of Jeff’s blackberry-inspired drinks, watch his Big & Bold Blackberries episode, or view his Blackberry Smash recipe.
For more cocktail recipes from Jeff, go to HSTV.com.
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 1
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| 2 pt. fresh blackberries | ||
| ½ c. Hy-Vee granulated sugar | ||
| ½ lime, juiced | ||
| 1 ½ oz. vodka | ||
| 1 oz. St. Germain | ||
| ¾ oz. fresh lemon juice | ||
| 1 fresh mint leaf, for garnish |
Things To Grab
- Blender
- Cocktail shaker
- Ice
- Coupe glass
Directions
Add 1-oz. puree to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Pour in vodka, St. Germain, lemon juice. Shake until blended and chilled. Strain into a coupe glass and garnish with fresh mint, if desired.
Hyvee Culinary Expert Tip
I prefer my Amelia full-strength. If you prefer a lighter version, top with lemon-lime soda.
Nutrition facts
Servings
290 Calories per serving
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 0mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 1g
Daily Values
0%
Iron 0%
0%
Calcium 2%
0%
Vitamin D 0%
0%
Potassium 4%