Earl Grey Blackberry Bourbon Cocktail
The Earl Grey Blackberry Bourbon Cocktail combines smoky bourbon with floral Earl Grey tea, tart blackberry puree, and a touch of honey, balanced with fresh lemon juice. This sophisticated and refreshing cocktail is perfect for cozy nights or elegant gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz Earl Grey tea brewed and chilled
- 1 oz fresh blackberry puree
- ½ oz honey syrup 1:1 honey and water
- ½ oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Ice for shaking and serving
- Fresh blackberries and a lemon wheel optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Brew a strong cup of Earl Grey tea, let it cool, and refrigerate it until chilled.
- Make honey syrup by combining equal parts honey and warm water, stirring until smooth.
- Puree fresh blackberries in a blender, then strain the mixture using a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
- Add 2 oz bourbon, 1 oz chilled Earl Grey tea, 1 oz blackberry puree, ½ oz honey syrup, and ½ oz freshly squeezed lemon juice into a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker halfway with ice. Seal it tightly and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels frosty.
- Fill a rocks glass with fresh ice. Strain the cocktail into the glass using a fine-mesh strainer to catch any pulp or tea leaves.
- Add a few fresh blackberries and a lemon wheel on top for a polished finish.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, replace bourbon with sparkling water or soda.
- Use frozen blackberries if fresh ones aren’t available—just thaw them before pureeing.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey syrup to taste.