Homemade Blackberry Gin Infusion
Transform fresh blackberries into a vibrant, ruby-red liqueur with this simple three-ingredient infusion. Perfect for summer cocktails or as a thoughtful homemade gift, this gin is smooth, fruity, and incredibly easy to make.
Servings750 Portions
Prep Time5 Mins
Cook Time30240 Mins
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
750
- gin700 ml
- blackberries350 g
- Caster sugar (for buttercream)150 g
Step-by-Step Instructions
01
Place the fresh blackberries and caster sugar into a 1.5-liter sterilized glass jar.
02
Pour the gin over the fruit and sugar, then seal the lid tightly. Swirl the jar around until the sugar begins to dissolve.
03
Store the jar in a cool, dark place. For the first week, turn or shake the jar once a day to ensure the sugar fully incorporates.
04
Leave the mixture to infuse for 2 to 3 weeks. Once the gin has reached a deep purple color, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve or muslin cloth into clean glass bottles.
05
Label your bottles and store in a cool place. The gin will maintain its vibrant color for several months and remains drinkable for up to a year.
Chef's Tips
Don't throw away the gin-soaked blackberries! They are delicious served over vanilla ice cream, folded into a trifle, or used as a boozy garnish for a Bramble cocktail. For a deeper flavor, you can leave the gin to infuse for up to two months before straining.
