We’re making a blackberry simple syrup and blackberry margaritas today!
Temperatures are reaching over 110° this week here in Fresno, which means these blackberry margaritas are going to be a delicious way to keep cool. For the past couple of weeks, my backyard has been bursting with boysenberries and blackberries, and consequently, I’ve been using them for aguas frescas, paletas, and the margaritas we’re making today. Additionally, I’ve got passion fruit on the vines that are in the process of ripening. If you have any suggestions for recipes you’d like to see them in, let me know below!
Make the Blackberry Simple Syrup
You’ll need 12 ounces of fresh blackberries, 1 ½ cups of water, ½ cup of sugar, and ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt. Begin by combining the blackberries, water, sugar, and salt in a medium saucepan. Lightly mash the berries, then simmer the mixture over medium-low heat for 6 minutes. After simmering, remove from heat and let it cool completely. Once cooled, blend the mixture on high speed for 1 minute, then strain into an airtight container. Let cool completely, then store your homemade blackberry simple syrup in the fridge, ready to enhance your favorite drinks. You can use the blackberry simple syrup for margaritas, aguas frescas, spritzers, or punch!
Blackberry Simple Syrup & Blackberry Margarita Ingredients
Refreshing Blackberry Margarita Recipe
To make this delicious margarita, you’ll need 3 ounces of blackberry simple syrup, 2 ounces of fresh lime juice, 2 ounces of tequila, and ½ ounce of triple sec. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the blackberry simple syrup, lime juice, tequila, and triple sec. Shake vigorously and pour into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with fresh blackberries for an extra touch of elegance.
Pair These Blackberry Margaritas
These margaritas pair perfectly with my shrimp ceviche! The charred and spicy entomatadas and blackberry margaritas are a match made in heaven, too. The onion dip BLTs we enjoyed last summer would also be a fantastic complement. If you’re looking for other drink recipes, try my refreshing pineapple mango agua fresca or my always-popular toasted coconut horchata.
These blackberry margaritas are the perfect remedy for the scorching 110° heat in Fresno. With my backyard brimming with fresh boysenberries and blackberries, this recipe has been a great way to incorporate them into my summer drinks! The homemade blackberry simple syrup adds a vibrant twist, not only to margaritas but also to a variety of beverages like aguas frescas and spritzers. As my passion fruits continue to ripen, I’m excited to experiment with new recipes, and I’d love to hear your suggestions! Enjoy these cool, delicious blackberry margaritas and stay refreshed this summer. Nos vemos pronto!
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Blackberry Simple Syrup
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Blackberries (340 grams)
- 1 ½ cups Water (12 oz)
- ½ cup Sugar (100 grams)
- ¼ teaspoon Kosher Salt
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the blackberries, water, sugar, and salt.
- Lightly mash the berries, then place the saucepan over medium low heat and let it come to a simmer.
- Once the mixture reaches a simmer, let it cook for 6 minutes, then remove from heat. Let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, pour this mixture in the blender and blend on high speed for 1 minute. Strain into an airtight container, and store in the fridge.
Blackberry Margarita
Ingredients
- 3 ounces Blackberry Simple Syrup
- 2 ounces Fresh Lime Juice
- 2 ounces Tequila
- ½ ounce Triple Sec
To Garnish
- Blackberries
Instructions
- To a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add in the blackberry simple syrup, fresh lime juice, tequila, and triple sec.
- Shake vigorously, then pour into a glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with blackberries, and enjoy!
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