Blackberry Old Fashioned Recipe
Let's sip on a fresh, seasonal take on everyone's favorite bourbon cocktail with this blackberry old fashioned! I just love how a fresh blackberry simple syrup and citrusy orange bitters give this classic bourbon drink the perfect spring and summer makeover.
How to Make the Best Blackberry Old Fashioned
This Blackberry Old Fashioned is a beautiful, seasonal twist on a classic cocktail that’s perfect for warm weather entertaining. The vibrant blackberry simple syrup gives the drink a gorgeous ruby hue and adds a lovely fruity complexity that pairs beautifully with quality bourbon. What makes this version so special is how the fresh blackberries and citrusy orange bitters work together to elevate the traditional old fashioned into something truly memorable.
Why You’ll Love This Blackberry Old Fashioned
Making this cocktail at home is easier than you might think, and it requires no advanced bartending skills. In just a few minutes, you’ll have a sophisticated drink that tastes like it came straight from an upscale bar. The homemade blackberry simple syrup is the secret weapon here—it’s bursting with flavor and transforms an ordinary old fashioned into something special.
Tips for the Perfect Blackberry Old Fashioned
The key to a great old fashioned is quality bourbon and proper technique. Take time to stir the drink well so that the syrup, spirits, and bitters are fully integrated. Fresh blackberries and orange bitters make all the difference in the flavor profile. If you’re serving this at a gathering, you can prepare the blackberry simple syrup ahead of time and refrigerate it, making the actual cocktail assembly quick and easy. Garnish with both a fresh blackberry and an orange twist for a touch of elegance that looks as good as it tastes.
Blackberry Old Fashioned
Let's sip on a fresh, seasonal take on everyone's favorite bourbon cocktail with this blackberry old fashioned! I just love how a fresh blackberry simple syrup and citrusy orange bitters give this classic bourbon drink the perfect spring and summer makeover.
Ingredients
Blackberry Simple Syrup
Blackberry Old Fashioned
Instructions
Blackberry Simple Syrup
- Combine water, sugar, and fresh blackberries in a medium saucepan.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, continuing to stir occasionally.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool completely before straining through a fine mesh sieve to remove the blackberry solids.
- Transfer the syrup to a clean jar and refrigerate until ready to use.
Blackberry Old Fashioned
- Fill a rocks glass with ice cubes.
- Pour the bourbon into the glass.
- Add the blackberry simple syrup.
- Add the orange bitters.
- Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Garnish with a fresh blackberry and a twist of orange peel.
Notes
- The blackberry simple syrup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For a lighter drink, use 1.5 ounces of bourbon instead of 2 ounces.
- Feel free to substitute the orange bitters with Angostura bitters if preferred.