Blackberry Gin Slush
Cool off with a Blackberry Gin Slush this summer! This cocktail mixes frozen blackberries with ginger ale, mint and gin and makes a delightful, chilled creation that's hard to stop sipping.
Servings 3 cocktails
Calories 684kcal
Ingredients
Mint Simple Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 sprig mint about 10 mint leaves
Blackberry Gin Slush
- 12 oz. ginger ale
- 2 cups frozen blackberries
- 2 oz. mint simple syrup recipe above
- 3 oz. gin
- 5 mint leaves
Instructions
Make the Mint Simple Syrup
- In a saucepan over high heat, pour in the water. Add the granulated sugar and sprig of mint.
- Bring the water to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sugar has dissolved.
- Take off the heat, and bring to room temperature.
- Remove the mint sprig.
- Store in the refrigerator in a mason jar or a plastic container until use.
Make the Blackberry Gin Slush
- In the blender, combine the ginger ale, frozen blackberries, mint simple syrup, gin and mint leaves.
- Blend until smooth and a slushy consistency.
- Serve immediately with a sprig of mint.
Notes
If you want the cocktails to be boozier, add 2-3 additional oz. of gin. I could taste the gin in these light drinks, but you can certainly add more if you desire!
Nutrition
Serving: 1drink | Calories: 684kcal | Carbohydrates: 157g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 28mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 144g
