Paul Kushner
The Berry Cherry Holiday cocktail is a festive blend of rum, fresh blackberries, cherry jam, and a hint of orange, all topped with sparkling water for a refreshing twist. Garnished with sage, maraschino cherries, and blackberries, this drink brings a delightful mix of flavors and a touch of elegance to your holiday celebrations. Inspired by garnishyourglass.
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Ingredients
- 2 oz rum
- Handful of blackberries
- 0.5 oz cherry jam
- 0.25 oz spiced simple syrup
- 0.75 oz orange juice
- Sparkling water to top
- blackberries for garnish
- Cherry for garnish
- sage leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail mixing glass, combine the blackberries, rum, orange juice, and cherry jam. Use a muddler to crush the blackberries and blend the flavors.
- Add the spiced simple syrup, then transfer the mixture to a shaker filled with ice. Shake well to chill and mix thoroughly.
- Prepare a tall glass with fresh ice. Strain the shaken cocktail into the glass.
- Top off the drink with sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with a few blackberries, a maraschino cherry, and a couple of fresh sage leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use ripe, juicy blackberries for the best flavor. If fresh ones aren’t available, frozen blackberries can work as a substitute.
- For a more pronounced spice, add a small pinch of ground cinnamon or nutmeg to the cocktail before shaking.
- Chill your sparkling water before adding it to maintain the effervescence of the drink.
Tasting Notes
This Berry Cherry Holiday cocktail combines the sweet and tart flavors of blackberries and cherry jam with the smooth warmth of rum. The orange juice adds a subtle citrus brightness, while the sparkling water provides a light, fizzy finish. The sage garnish introduces a fragrant herbal note, making every sip a refreshing holiday delight.
