Blackberry Old Fashioned Recipe

Something about an old fashioned tastes better in cooler temperatures. Since blackberry season in the U.S. runs through October a blackberry old fashioned makes the perfect Fall cocktail. Check out the recipe below for a blackberry version of the sweeter Wisconsin Brandy Old Fashioned. Enjoy!

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Blackberry Simple Syrup

Fruit-infused simple syrups are easy to make, add a ton of flavor, and can be stored in the fridge to use at a later day. Aside from this cocktail try adding the blackberry simple syrup to sparkling water, a smoothie, oatmeal, coffee, or ice cream.

Brandy vs. Whiskey

A traditional old fashioned cocktail is made with whiskey but the Wisconsin version is made with brandy instead. Brandy gives a more mild, slightly sweet flavor to the classic cocktail. It’s not sweet by any means, which is why we add the simple syrup and soda, but what I mean is it won’t burn your chest the way whiskey does.

What Tools Do You Need to Make a Blackberry Old Fashioned?

• Fine Mesh Strainer | You’ll need a mesh strainer to make the blackberry simple syrup to remove the seeds.
• Glass Bottle | This recipe makes almost two cups of simple syrup so if you don’t use it all you’ll want to store it in the fridge
• Double Old Fashioned Glasses | The drink is in the name! These cut crystal glasses are made for this cocktail. They’re pricey but gorgeous and make great gifts!
• Jigger | Part of any well-equipped bar.
• Muddler | Breaking up the flavors of the fruit enhances the cocktail.
• Large Ice Cube Mold | The larger the ice cube, the slower it will melt and water down the drink

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Blackberry Old Fashioned Recipe

Servings: 1

Ingredients

FOR THE BLACKBERRY SIMPLE SYRUP:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup blackberries

FOR THE BLACKBERRY OLD FASHIONED:

• ½ oz homemade blackberry simple syrup
• 2 blackberries
• ½ of an orange slice
• 3 dashes bitters
• 2 oz brandy (I prefer Korbel)
• 4 oz Sprite
• Blackberries for garnish

Directions

1. Add 8 oz of water, blackberries, and granulated sugar to a saucepan and bring to a boil
2. Once the sugar has dissolved turn off the heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature; this will take about 25 minutes
3. Place a fine-mesh sieve over a bowl (I like to use this measuring cup since it has a spout) and pour the syrup through
4. Add simple syrup, 2 blackberries, orange slice and bitters to the bottom of an old fashioned glass
5. Muddle blackberries and orange slice
6. Add ice cube, brandy and top with sprite
7. Garnish with additional blackberries

Tip: Don’t forget to put any remaining simple syrup in a glass bottle and store it in the fridge. It should last 1-2 weeks.

More Brandy Recipes:

• Wisconsin Old Fashioned
• Warm Spiked Apple Cider
• Brandy Manhattan

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