Blackberry Black Pepper Cocktail
A black pepper cocktail is an easy way to add depth and unexpected flavor to your next summer drink. Blackberries and basil make this one so refreshing!
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 133kcal
Cost: $15
Equipment
- Blender
- Mesh sieve
- Two rocks glasses
Ingredients
- ½ cup blackberries
- 1 grapefruit peeled
- 1 teaspoon raw honey
- ½ cup soda water
- 4 black peppercorns
- 2 fresh basil leaves
- 2 ounces vodka
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Add blackberries, grapefruit, basil and honey to the blender and pulse to obtain a smoothie.
- Use a fine mesh sieve to remove the seeds, leaves and unwanted fruits chunks.
- Add the fruit mixture, vodka and some ice cubes into a shaker and shake vigorously to chill.
- Divide ice cubes into the serving glasses and evenly divide the vodka cocktail, then evenly pour soda.
- Grind the peppercorns over the top and serve garnished with basil leaves.
Notes
To make the presentation more appealing, you can freeze some blackberries with water in your freezer ice tray and add them to the serving glasses. They will slowly melt and add more sweetness and color to the cocktail.
Nutrition
Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 149mg | Sugar: 15g