Blackberry Black Dog

This brilliant cocktail trips your tastebuds to deep, sweet summer flavors. Blackberry moonshine blended with fresh blackberries and grapefruit juice balances sweet and tart. The moonshine provides a smooth base while juicy blackberries impart rich berry flavor complemented by grapefruit. Imagine yourself creekside, sipping this gorgeous hued cocktail bursting with blackberry aroma. Garnish with grapefruit wedges for a festive presentation. This blackberry shine cocktail is a summertime patio smash hit.

Ingredients

• 2 oz Vintage Shine Blackberry Moonshine
• 1 oz freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
• 4 fresh blackberries
• Grapefruit wedges for garnish
• Ice

Instructions

1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the blackberries.
2. Add the grapefruit juice, blackberry moonshine, and ice.
3. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
4. Double strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
5. Garnish with additional blackberries or grapefruit.

Notes

• Make your own blackberry syrup by cooking 1 cup water with 1 cup sugar and 1 cup blackberries until syrupy.
• Substitute raspberries or other berries if desired.
• For a frothier texture, shake without ice first, then add ice and shake again before straining.
• Garnish with a slice of lemon or blackberry moonshine soaked sugar rim for extra flair.

Enjoy this fresh berry twist on a moonshine cocktail! The blackberry moonshine provides a sweet, jammy flavor that pairs perfectly with the grapefruit and lush blackberry notes.