Blackberry Sage Elixir: Gin Cocktail

Blackberry Sage Elixir: Gin Cocktail

This blackberry gin cocktail, our Blackberry Sage Elixir, pairs juicy blackberries with earthy sage, fresh lemon, and clean Ellsworth gin. It is sweet, herbal, and silky smooth, double-strained into a coupe so every sip is free of pulp and seeds. It comes together in one shake and looks like a jewel in the glass.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Ellsworth Gin (a smooth, approachable gin that lets the fruit and herb lead)
  • 3/4 oz blackberry puree or 4 to 5 muddled fresh blackberries
  • 1/2 oz sage simple syrup (see below)
  • 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
  • Blackberry and a sage leaf, to garnish

How to Prepare

  1. Add gin, blackberry puree, sage syrup, and lemon juice to a shaker with ice.
  2. Shake hard for 10 to 15 seconds.
  3. Double strain (through the shaker's strainer and a fine mesh sieve) into a chilled coupe.
  4. Garnish with a blackberry and a fresh sage leaf.

Style of Glass to use

Coupe

Color of Drink

Light Purple

Cocktail Flavor Profile

Sweet, herbal, and smooth

Skill Level

Intermediate Level

How to make sage simple syrup

Simmer 1 cup water with 1 cup sugar and 8 to 10 fresh sage leaves for 5 minutes, then steep 15 minutes and strain. Muddle sage gently, never tear it hard, to avoid a bitter, grassy edge. The syrup keeps two weeks refrigerated.

Why double strain

Double straining catches blackberry seeds and pulp so the drink is smooth and clear, which matters for a coupe served up. Pour through the shaker strainer and a fine mesh sieve in one motion.

How it compares to a bramble

The classic bramble is gin, lemon, and blackberry liqueur over crushed ice. This elixir keeps that gin-blackberry-lemon core but swaps in fresh blackberry and a sage syrup, then serves it up and strained for a cleaner, more herbal finish.

Sparkling and non-alcoholic variations

For a longer drink, build it over ice in a wine glass and top with soda or prosecco. For a mocktail, drop the gin, add a splash more lemon and blackberry, and lengthen with soda.

Frequently Asked Questions

What gin is best for a blackberry gin cocktail?

A smooth, balanced gin like Ellsworth lets the blackberry and sage lead; a classic London Dry adds more juniper bite.

Fresh or frozen blackberries?

Both work. Muddle fresh ones, or thaw and puree frozen for an easy, consistent blend.

How do I make sage simple syrup?

Simmer equal parts sugar and water with fresh sage leaves, then steep and strain.

Why double strain?

To remove blackberry seeds and pulp for a silky drink served up in a coupe.

Is this like a bramble?

It shares the gin, lemon, and blackberry base but uses fresh berry and sage syrup and is served up rather than over crushed ice.

Can I make it sparkling?

Yes, top with soda or prosecco over ice for a spritz version.

Can I make it without alcohol?

Yes, drop the gin and lengthen with soda for a blackberry sage mocktail.

Blackberry Sage
Elixir: Gin Pro Tips

Muddle sage leaves gently before shaking to avoid bitterness. Double straining ensures a smooth finish without berry pulp—perfect for presentation.

Ellsworth Gin (750Ml)

Made With

Ellsworth Gin (750Ml)

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