Cool off with a Blackberry Gin Slush this summer! This cocktail mixes frozen blackberries with ginger ale, mint and gin and makes a delightful, chilled creation that's hard to stop sipping.
Make the Mint Simple Syrup
2 In a saucepan over high heat, pour in the water. Add the granulated sugar and sprig of mint.
3 Bring the water to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sugar has dissolved.
4 Take off the heat, and bring to room temperature.
5 Remove the mint sprig.
6 Store in the refrigerator in a mason jar or a plastic container until use.
Make the Blackberry Gin Slush
9 In the blender, combine the ginger ale, frozen blackberries, mint simple syrup, gin and mint leaves.
10 Blend until smooth and a slushy consistency.
11 Serve immediately with a sprig of mint.
