Earl Grey Blackberry Bourbon Cocktail

Introduction

The Earl Grey Blackberry Bourbon Cocktail is a showstopper that blends floral, citrusy tea with the tart sweetness of blackberries and the warming depth of bourbon. This luxurious cocktail feels sophisticated yet approachable—ideal for dinner parties, brunch, or when you crave something that makes “ordinary” evenings feel special.

With nuanced flavors and a gorgeous jewel-toned color, this cocktail isn’t just a drink—it’s a conversation starter.

A Distinctively Elegant Cocktail Experience

What makes this cocktail irresistible? The aromatic bergamot of Earl Grey tea harmonizes beautifully with muddled fresh blackberries, all rounded out by velvety bourbon. This unique combination creates a layered sipping experience—bright, fruity, and complex, with just a hint of earthiness. It’s the kind of cocktail that lingers on the palate and in the memory.

Making the Blackberry Purée

Start with the freshest blackberries you can find. For effortless and mess-free muddling, a high-speed blender like the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black ensures your fruit purée is perfectly smooth. Simply blend ripe blackberries with a bit of water or lemon juice—strain if you prefer a seedless texture. This purée brings vivid color and bold flavor to your cocktail.

Brew the Perfect Earl Grey Base

Infuse boiling water with high-quality loose-leaf Earl Grey tea or use your favorite tea bag. Let it steep for a full-flavored base, then cool it down completely—using a Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart on the “Keep Warm” setting can help maintain the correct temperature for steeping, especially if you’re prepping in a batch. Once cool, your Earl Grey forms the aromatic backbone of this drink.

Crafting and Serving Your Signature Cocktail

In a cocktail shaker, combine blackberry purée, cooled Earl Grey tea, bourbon, a touch of lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake vigorously over ice—the colder, the better!

Strain over fresh ice into a rocks glass. For optimal presentation (and to keep your barware organized), serve on a Bamboo Cutting Boards for Kitchen, Set of 3 or use a Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup) to prep garnishes like lemon twists or extra blackberries ahead of time.

Serving Suggestions and Garnishes

A twist of lemon or a sprig of fresh thyme brightens up the cocktail, visually and flavor-wise. For an elegant occasion, serve cocktails on a Pureegg Plastic Table Cloth Disposable 10 Pack, White to keep things fuss-free yet chic, especially outdoors or for larger gatherings.

Pair this beverage with savory appetizers or citrusy desserts for a balanced menu that complements the drink’s subtle citrus and berry notes.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe yields two generous cocktails. Each serving comes in at approximately 180–220 calories, depending on the amount of simple syrup used and your bourbon of choice. The fruit purée makes it vitamin-rich, but it’s best enjoyed as an indulgent treat.

Earl Grey Blackberry Bourbon Cocktail (Recap)

Breathtaking in color and unique in flavor, this cocktail effortlessly elevates any occasion. The mingling of tea, bourbon, and blackberry is more than a drink—it’s a multi-sensory experience that will keep guests coming back for more.

Instructions

1. In a kettle or using the Instant Pot Duo 7-in-1 Electric Pressure Cooker, 6 Quart, bring 1 cup of water to a near boil. Add the Earl Grey tea and steep for 4–5 minutes, then set aside to cool completely.
2. In your Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black, blend the blackberries with 1 tablespoon of water and 1 teaspoon lemon juice until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve if a seedless purée is desired.
3. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add 3 oz cooled Earl Grey tea, 2 tablespoons blackberry purée, 3 oz bourbon, 1 oz simple syrup, and 1 oz lemon juice.
4. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well-chilled.
5. Strain the mixture into rocks glasses filled with fresh ice. Garnish each with a lemon twist or thyme sprig and a few fresh blackberries.
6. Serve immediately, ideally on a Pureegg Plastic Table Cloth Disposable 10 Pack, White for easy clean-up if serving a crowd.

Prep and Cook Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Steeping/Cooling Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Enjoy your sophisticated, Instagram-worthy Earl Grey Blackberry Bourbon Cocktail—perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself!