Refreshing Blackberry Sage Spritz
A quick and easy summer cocktail featuring muddled fresh sage and juicy blackberries, balanced with lemon juice, simple syrup, and sparkling water for a refreshing, herbal twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup fresh blackberries (about 75g)
- 6–8 fresh sage leaves
- 1 oz (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz (30 ml) simple syrup
- 4–6 oz (120–180 ml) sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Optional garnish: fresh sage sprigs and whole blackberries
- Optional: 1.5 oz (45 ml) gin or vodka for a boozy version
Instructions
- Place 1/2 cup fresh blackberries and 6-8 fresh sage leaves in a glass.
- Using a muddler or spoon, gently press down to bruise the berries and leaves, releasing their juices and aroma without shredding the sage.
- Add 1 oz (30 ml) fresh lemon juice and 1 oz (30 ml) simple syrup to the muddled mixture and gently stir to combine.
- Fill the glass about 3/4 full with ice cubes.
- Slowly pour 4-6 oz (120-180 ml) chilled sparkling water over the ice and stir gently once or twice to mix without losing bubbles.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh sage and a couple of whole blackberries.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
Gently muddle the sage and blackberries to avoid bitterness. Prepare the blackberry-sage syrup ahead by muddling berries and sage with simple syrup and refrigerate up to 2 days. Add sparkling water and ice just before serving to keep fizz. Use chilled glasses to keep the drink cold longer. For a boozy version, add 1.5 oz gin or vodka after muddling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 8-10
- Calories: 120150
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 2
Keywords: blackberry, sage, spritz, summer cocktail, refreshing drink, muddled herbs, easy cocktail, mocktail option