If you’re planning a devilishly delightful Halloween party this weekend, this Poison Berry Smash cocktail might be something you need to add to the list of drinks you’re serving.

A combination of fresh blackberries, gin, agave, limes, sparkling wine and fresh thyme, it has a sophisticated and elegantly spooky look and is a delicious addition to any party. It’s especially perfect for a Halloween get together with friends or family.

This recipe serves 2. To make it you will need:

  • fresh blackberries
  • ice
  • 1/2 cup gin
  • 3 tablespoons agave
  • juice of 2 limes
  • sparkling wine
  • fresh thyme

 

Method:

  • Add 16 blackberries to a cocktail shaker, mash with a muddler. Fill the cocktail shaker with ice. Add the gin, agave, lime juice and shake vigorously.
  • Fill a highball glass with ice, strain the blackberry mixture into the glasses, filling them 1/3 of the way. Tilt the glasses and careful pour the sparkling wine over the top, letting it float on top of the blackberry mixture.
  • Garnish with blackberries and lots of thyme.
cocktail with gin and herbs

Recipe credit: Camille Styles