Lime Blackberry Martini
Elegant, sophisticated and alluring, a Lime Blackberry Martini is the perfect specialty cocktail for your next special gathering. Vodka, blackberry lime purée, and ginger liqueur are combined together in this beautiful and alluring cocktail.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 495kcal
Ingredients
Blackberry Lime Purée (Yield = 2/3 to 3/4 cup)
- 12 ounces blackberries can also use frozen
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh
- 2 tablespoons water
Blackberry Lime Martini
- 1/2 cup Blackberry Lime Purée
- 5 1/2 ounces vodka
- 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.
Nutrition
Calories: 495kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 417mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 54g | Vitamin A: 1061IU | Vitamin C: 64mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 1mg