Pop the cork, it’s time for pretty spring cocktails! This Sparkling Blackberry Blush Cocktail is the perfect bubbly drink for spring brunches, Easter gatherings, Mother’s Day, bridal showers or any day that calls for a celebration! Made with fresh blackberries, lemon juice and simple syrup, and topped with bubbling Prosecco, this blush coloured drink is the perfect thing for spring!
This Sparkling BlackBerry Blush Cocktail is fruity, fizzy and beautifully pink. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing drink for spring and warm summer days.
After years of hosting, I’ve learned that one of the quickest ways to make an occasion feel truly special is to offer a signature cocktail. With plump and juicy blackberries and a stunning rosy pink colour, this Sparkling Blackberry Blush Cocktail communicates “today is a special day” without saying a word. While it may look elaborate, this cocktail is simple and quick to prepare with no need to hunt down any exotic ingredients. Fresh blackberries, lemon juice, simple syrup and Prosecco are all you need to create this gorgeous drink.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
SERVING SUGGESTIONSA Sparkling Blackberry Blush Cocktail is the perfect drink for spring celebrations. Serve it with Easter brunch to add a touch of pink to the table, or with delicate but indulgent sandwiches at an afternoon tea. Raise a glass to your Mom on Mother’s Day while you serve her a dinner of grilled pork tenderloin and a fresh salad, or a creamy pasta dish. The fruity tartness of this drink makes it a great match for light flavours or creamy and rich dishes.
What goes in a Sparkling Blackberry Blush Cocktail?
You likely already have this short list of ingredients on hand to shake up a Blackberry Blush Cocktail, but if you don’t, all you need is a quick trip to the store for these easy-to-find things:
- Blackberries: Fresh blackberries are available year-round at most grocery stores. Since blackberries are the star ingredient in a Blackberry Blush Cocktail, look for ripe, plump, juicy berries for the prettiest effect and best flavour.
- Lemon Juice: What makes a cocktail “good” is a perfect balance of flavours. Lemon juice adds tang and brightness that perfectly offsets the fruity and sweet flavours. Skip the bottled juice and squeeze fresh lemons for the best citrus flavour.
- Simple Syrup: Once you know how easy it is to make simple syrup at home, you’ll never buy it from the store again. A simple mix of sugar and water, this syrup will keep in a sealed jar in your fridge for up to 3 weeks, so it’s easy to make in advance and keep on hand.
- Prosecco: Prosecco is a sparkling wine from Italy that has a slight sweetness and energetic bubbles. Far less expensive than many sparkling wines, Prosecco offers quality, joyous flavour and is perfect for mixing in this tangy-sweet cocktail. Other types of good quality sparkling wine can be substituted if you can’t find Prosecco
Sparkling Blackberry Blush Cocktail
Ingredients
- 8 blackberries
- 4 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tsp simple syrup
- Prosecco or other sparkling wine
Instructions
- Thread 2 blackberries onto each of the cocktail picks and set aside.
- Place the remaining 4 blackberries, lemon juice and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker. Add ice cubes and shake vigorously to combine and chill the ingredients, and to smash the blackberries. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve, dividing it evenly between 2 coupe glasses or champagne flutes. Top each glass with Prosecco, stir gently and garnish with the reserved blackberries.
Notes
- This recipe makes 2 drinks but can easily be doubled or tripled for a bigger crowd.
- Non-drinkers and kids often love a pretty mocktail. To make a non-alcoholic version, replace the simple syrup in the recipe with water. Pour the mixture into glasses and top with ginger ale or lemon-lime soda. Garnish with a cocktail pick of blackberries.
RECIPE NOTES
- A small, fine mesh strainer is a great tool to own. I keep one of these with my bar tools for straining cocktails and catching sediment in aged wine. I also keep one in the kitchen for straining seeds from citrus juice, skimming fat from soups and stews and dusting baked goods with powdered sugar.
- Bamboo cocktail picks are convenient, but reusable metal cocktail picks add serious style to your drinks. If you frequently make cocktails at home, cocktail picks are a fun thing to collect. They also make a great hostess gift for cocktail-loving friends, and great stocking stuffers. I have several different styles of picks, but these are my go to favourites for their clean style and durability. The package contains 15 picks, making them a very economical way to add style to a large gathering.
