The Early Bird
This vibrant rum cocktail marries the sweet-tartness of fresh blackberries with the bright zing of lime, all lifted by the smooth character of blanco rum. It's a beautifully balanced and fruity option that's both refreshing and engaging.
Ingredients
- 2 oz blanco rum
- 0.75 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.75 oz simple syrup
- 4-5 fresh blackberries
Instructions
- Gently muddle the blackberries in the bottom of a shaker.
- Add rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Double strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
Glassware: Rocks Glass
Garnish: Fresh blackberry and a lime wheel
History
Fruited sours have a long and storied history, evolving from simple spirit-citrus-sugar formulas to incorporate fresh seasonal produce. This blackberry-infused rum sour is a modern take, celebrating fresh fruit in a classic structure.