Brier

18 November 2019

I was inspired by the classic cocktail, the Bramble that I had for the first time when I visited the UK in summer of 2018. I fell in love with it, but I wanted to put my own spin on it. I wanted a bolder experience with more layers of flavor. I wanted to punch up the flavor profile by making my own Blackberry syrup that was bursting with the flavor of the berries and sweetened just enough with honey. The earthiness and spice in the Fifty Pounds Gin are highlighted by the Blackberry. The layers of citrus in the Cardenal Mendoza Angelus are carried through the cocktail with the help of the fresh Lemon Juice and. A little bit of bubbles from the club soda for the finishing touch.

Ingredients:

1.5oz Fifty Pounds Gin
0.5oz Cardenal Mendoza Angelus
0.5oz Lemon Juice
1oz Blackberry-Honey Simple Syrup
2 drops Orange Bitters Splash Club Soda

Directions:

In a shaker tin with ice combine the Fifty Pounds Gin, Cardenal Mendoza Angelus, Lemon Juice, and Orange Bitters. Shake to combine. Strain over a High Ball Glass filled with cubed ice. Add the Blackberry-Honey Simple and Club Soda. Garnish with fresh Blackberries and enjoy!

*Blackberry-Honey Simple- In a heavy bottomed pot over medium heat combine 18 ounces of Blackberries with 12 ounces of local Honey and 12 ounces of water. Stir occasionally for about 30 minutes. Lower heat and allow to simmer for 15 more minutes. Pour through a fine mesh strainer and allow to cool before use.