Best 5 Blackberry Gin Fizz Float Recipes

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In a world filled with tantalizing flavors and refreshing beverages, the blackberry gin fizz float stands tall as a delightful indulgence that captivates the senses. This captivating cocktail combines the sweet and tangy notes of blackberry with the smooth, herbal complexity of gin, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on the palate. The float is crowned with a generous scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, adding a touch of velvety richness and enhancing the overall experience. Whether you're seeking a festive drink to elevate your celebrations or a refreshing treat to beat the summer heat, the blackberry gin fizz float promises to be an unforgettable journey for your taste buds.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BLACKBERRY-GIN FIZZ



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Provided by Chad Robertson

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Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 6-ounce container blackberries
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups gin
1 cup fresh lime juice
Club soda
8 sprigs Thai basil or sweet basil

Steps:

  • Purée blackberries and sugar in a blender. Let stand, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved, about 10 minutes. Strain purée through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher (there will be about 3/4 cup); discard seeds in sieve. Stir gin and lime juice into pitcher.
  • Divide drink among ice-filled glasses; top with soda. Garnish each with a basil sprig.

BLACKBERRY-GIN FIZZ FLOATS



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     beverage

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pint blackberries
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh mint
8 ounces gin
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 24-ounce bottle ginger ale
1 pint vanilla ice cream or blackberry sorbet

Steps:

  • Heat the blackberries, sugar and 1 tablespoon water in a small pot over medium heat, smashing the berries with a potato masher, until thick, about 5 minutes. Pour the mixture through a sieve into a bowl, pushing the juice through with a rubber spatula. Refrigerate until cold, at least 10 minutes.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker with 2 tablespoons of the blackberry juice, 2 tablespoons mint, 2 ounces gin, 1 tablespoon lime juice and a handful of ice. Shake vigorously until the drink is ice cold, 5 or 6 times. Strain into a tall glass. Top with ginger ale and stir lightly. Repeat to make 3 more drinks. Top each with a scoop of ice cream.

SUNNY'S BLACKBERRY GIN FIZZ FLOAT



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     beverage

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pint blackberries
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh mint leaves
8 ounces gin
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
24 ounces ginger ale
1 pint blackberry sorbet or vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • Heat the blackberries, sugar and 1 tablespoon water in a small pot over medium-high heat. While warming, smash with a potato masher until a thick even consistency is reached, about 8 minutes.
  • Pour the blackberries through a sieve into a bowl, pushing some flesh through with the juices and making sure to catch the seeds. Cool in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker with 2 tablespoons of the blackberry puree, 2 tablespoons of the mint leaves, 2 ounces of gin, 1 tablespoon lime juice and a handful of ice. Shake vigorously 5 to 6 times until the drink is ice cold. Strain the mixture into a tall glass. Top with 6 ounces of ginger ale and stir lightly. Repeat for the remaining 3 servings. Finish and serve with a scoop of sorbet or ice cream in each.

BLACKBERRY GIN FIZZ



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Make a soft, mellow and fruity blackberry gin fizz cocktail. You could also use sloe gin or blackcurrant vodka, if you like. Garnish with thyme or blackberry

Provided by Miriam Nice

Categories     Drink

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

50ml blackberry gin (see tip, below)
25ml lemon juice, plus lemon slices to serve
2 tsp sugar syrup
1 small egg white
ice
sparkling water
1 blackberry or thyme sprig, to garnish

Steps:

  • Tip the gin, lemon juice, sugar syrup and egg white into a cocktail shaker. Shake well until frothy, then add a large handful of ice and shake again until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
  • Double-strain into a tall glass filled with some more ice, then top up with the sparkling water. Thread a blackberry onto a cocktail stick to use as a garnish, or top with a thyme sprig.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Carbohydrate 2 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 2 grams sugar, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

GIN-BERRY FIZZ



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This gin-berry fizz is from Juli's Any Seltzer Cocktail Formula, featured in our magazine. Garnish each glass with a strawberry.

Provided by Juliana Hale

Time 5m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 large hulled strawberries
1 teaspoon white sugar
3 ounces gin
1 (12 fluid ounce) can raspberry-flavored seltzer

Steps:

  • Muddle strawberries and sugar in a mixing glass until crushed. Add gin and stir to dissolve sugar. Strain into 2 ice-filled Collins or rocks glasses. Top with seltzer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 6.5 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh blackberries. If they're not in season, frozen berries will do just fine.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of gin and lemon juice to taste. If you like a stronger drink, add more gin. If you prefer a sweeter drink, add more lemon juice.
  • Make sure to chill the gin and lemon juice before using. This will help to create a more refreshing drink.
  • If you don't have a soda siphon, you can carbonate the water by adding 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda to 1 cup of water and stirring until the baking soda has dissolved. Then, add the water to the gin and lemon juice mixture.
  • Garnish the drink with a blackberry and a sprig of mint for a festive touch.

Conclusion:

The blackberry gin fizz float is a refreshing and delicious summer cocktail. It's perfect for sipping on a hot day or enjoying at a party. With its combination of sweet, tart, and fizzy flavors, this drink is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a refreshing cocktail, give the blackberry gin fizz float a try.

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