Ingredients
Scale
Blackberry Lime Purée (Yield = 2/3 to 3/4 cup)
- 2 boxes (12 ounces total) fresh blackberries (can also use frozen)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons water
Blackberry Lime Martini
- 1/2 cup Blackberry Lime Purée
- 2/3 cup (5 1/2 ounces) good quality vodka
- 1/4 cup (2 ounces) ginger liqueur
- Splash fresh lime juice, to taste
Instructions
Blackberry Lime Purée
- Place blackberries, honey, lime juice and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes or until berries are very tender.
- Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
- Place a fine mesh strainer over a medium mixing bowl. Press berries and their juice through the strainer to remove the solids.
- Place strained purée in a covered jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Blackberry Lime Martini
- Fill a cocktail shaker around halfway with ice.
- Add 1/2 cup Blackberry Lime Purée, vodka, ginger liqueur and splash lime juice.
- Shake vigorously to mix. Taste; add more lime juice as needed.
- Carefully strain into 2 martini or coupe glasses.
- Garnish with lime slices and serve.
Notes
Make ahead: Blackberry Purée can be prepared up to 2 days ahead, covered and refrigerated. It can also be frozen in a sealed container for up to 1 month.
- Category: Cocktails, martinis
- Method: stovetop, shaken
- Cuisine: American