Blackberry Cocktail

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Blackberry Cocktail
20 min.
20
46kcal

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If you’re looking for a refreshing and vibrant beverage that captures the essence of summer, look no further than this delightful Blackberry Cocktail! With its breathtaking blend of fresh blackberries, crisp cucumbers, and invigorating mint, this cocktail is not just a drink; it’s a celebration in a glass. Perfect for those sunny afternoons or lively gatherings, this recipe is designed to serve 20 people, ensuring that everyone gets to indulge in its delicious allure.

What makes this cocktail truly special is its commitment to accommodating various dietary preferences. As a fully vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free option, it’s a crowd-pleaser that everyone can enjoy without worry. The natural sweetness of the blackberries, enhanced by the hint of turbinado sugar, offers a delightful contrast to the refreshing tartness of fresh lime juice. Plus, the bubbly addition of club soda adds a fizzy finish that will surely tickle your taste buds!

This Blackberry Cocktail is not only pleasing to the palate but also visually stunning, thanks to the garnishes of fresh blackberries, lime wedges, and mint sprigs. Just picture a beautifully arranged pitcher brimming with vibrant colors, waiting to be served over crushed ice. Gather your friends and family, and elevate any occasion with this easy-to-make, flavorful drink that captures the spirit of good times and warm memories!

Ingredients

  • 12 oz blackberries fresh
  • cup seltzer water cold
  • slices cucumber fresh
  • 12 slices cucumber (1/4-inch-thick)
  • cup hendrick's gin 
  • 20 servings ice crushed
  • 0.8 cup juice of lime fresh ( 3 limes)
  • 0.8 oz mint leaves fresh
  • tsp sugar 

Equipment

  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Place first 5 ingredients in a large pitcher. Gently press mint leaves, cucumbers, and blackberries against side of pitcher with a wooden spoon to release flavors. Stir in gin and club soda.
  2. Serve over ice.
  3. Garnish, if desired.
  4. *Superfine or powdered sugar may be substituted.
  5. Note: We tested with Hendrick's Gin.

Nutrition Facts

Calories46kcal
Protein6.73%
Fat4.74%
Carbs88.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.5
Glycemic Load
0.19
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.7191304302086%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
17mg
Pelargonidin
0.08mg
Peonidin
0.04mg
Catechin
6.3mg
Epigallocatechin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
0.79mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.12mg
Eriodictyol
0.53mg
Hesperetin
0.92mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
0.05mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
0.66mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:45.93kcal
2.3%
Fat:0.11g
0.16%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.04%
Carbohydrates:4.49g
1.5%
Net Carbohydrates:3.44g
1.25%
Sugar:2.87g
3.19%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:3.48mg
0.15%
Alcohol:4.01g
100%
Alcohol %:8.7%
100%
Protein:0.34g
0.68%
Vitamin C:6.78mg
8.22%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.52%
Fiber:1.05g
4.22%
Vitamin K:3.75µg
3.57%
Copper:0.04mg
2.04%
Vitamin A:89.38IU
1.79%
Folate:7.01µg
1.75%
Potassium:51.42mg
1.47%
Vitamin E:0.22mg
1.47%
Magnesium:5.69mg
1.42%
Iron:0.19mg
1.06%
Calcium:10.27mg
1.03%
Source:My Recipes