Sparkling Blackberry Smash Cocktail

Sparkling Blackberry Smash Halloween Cocktail Served in a Glass with an Etched Skull and Dry Ice

Sparkling Blackberry Smash Cocktail

Blackberries, Vodka, Creme de Muir, and Prosecco are muddled to create a dark and mysterious cocktail for Halloween but also a terrific cocktail all year round!

Course Cocktails, Friday Cocktails, Fruits, Vodka

Cuisine American

Keyword blackberries, cocktails, creme de cassis, creme de mure, dry ice, halloween, vodka

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings Servings

Calories 321kcal

Author Barb

Ingredients

12 fresh blackberries
4 ounces vodka See Notes
2 ounces Crème de Mûre Blackberry Liqueur Substitute Crème de Cassis if desired
1 ½ tablespoons agave nectar taste for sweetness which will be dependent on your blackberries
1 lime juiced
3 ounces Prosecco or any sparkling wine, chilled (I used an inexpensive bottle of Rosè sparkling Wine from Costco)

For Garnish

Blackberries and Raspberries

Instructions

Muddle the blackberries in the bottom of a cocktail shaker.
Fill the shaker with ice and add vodka, Creme de Muir, agave nectar and lime juice.
Add the top to the shaker, and shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds until ice cold.
Add ice to a low-ball glass, pour mixture over ice and top with Prosecco.
Garnish with blackberries and raspberries.

Notes

I used Blavod Vodka which is considered 'black vodka' but is really more a deep burgundy. Yes it makes the drink darker and no, I don't think it's necessary. It's a novelty for Halloween but also a bit pricey for a mediocre vodka used more for effect. Use your favorite vodka, black not required!

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