Yummy Blackberry Lemon Drop Martini Recipe

Ingredients: 2 oz vodka 1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 oz blackberry simple syrup (recipe below) 1/2 oz triple sec or orange liqueur 1/2 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste) Ice Fresh blackberries and a lemon twist (for garnish) Optional: Sugar for rimming For the Blackberry Simple Syrup: 1/2 cup fresh blackberries 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup water INSTRUCTIONS Make the Blackberry Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the blackberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the blackberries break down, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids and let the syrup cool. Prepare the Glass: If desired, rim a chilled martini glass with sugar. To do this, rub a lemon wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip it into a plate of sugar. Mix the Martini: In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, lemon juice, blackberry simple syrup, triple sec, and simple syrup. Add a handful of ice and shake vigorously until well chilled. Serve: Strain the cocktail into the prepared martini glass. Garnish: Garnish with a fresh blackberry and a twist of lemon peel on the rim of the glass for a finishing touch.