Birthday Berry Fizz
A sparkling berry-forward cocktail that pops with fresh fruit flavors and effervescent charm, inspired by the bright energy of celebrity celebrations. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, blackberry syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz gin
- 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz blackberry syrup
- 3 oz sparkling wine
- 3 whole blackberries
- as needed crushed ice
- 1 slice lemon wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, muddle 3 whole blackberries gently to release flavor but keep some texture.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 oz gin, 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1 oz blackberry syrup to the mixing glass with crushed ice.
- Step 3: Stir gently for 20 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
- Step 4: Strain through a fine mesh into a chilled flute glass filled halfway with crushed ice.
- Step 5: Top with 3 oz sparkling wine and stir once lightly to combine.
- Step 6: Garnish with a fresh lemon wheel clipped to the rim and a whole blackberry pierced on a cocktail pick laid across the glass.
