Blackberry Whiskey Fizz (Imperial Fizz With Crown)
This 4 ingredient blackberry whiskey (Imperial) fizz is the perfect drink for spring and summer! Crown Royal blackberry pairs perfectly with blackberry sparkling water for a refreshing sip!
3Ouncesblackberry sparkling water(or soda; see notes)
Ice cubes
Instructions
Add the fresh blackberries to a lowball glass (such as a whiskey glass) and use a muddler, fork, or spoon to smash them until they release juice
3 Fresh blackberries
Pour in the Crown blackberry whiskey and the lemon or lime juice, and stir to combine
2 Ounces Crown Royal blackberry whiskey, ½ Ounce fresh lemon juice
Fill the glass with ice (large cubes or crushed)
Ice cubes
Top with sparkling water
3 Ounces blackberry sparkling water
Garnish with a fresh blackberry, slice of lemon, or mint sprig if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
You can use another brand of blackberry whiskey or bourbon, or use regular and add ½ ounce of blackberry syrup or blackberry brandy in to compensate
Any blackberry or combination flavor of sparkling water works. I have blackberry raspberry (La Croix) but you can use blackberry lemonade (Aha) or anything similar
Instead of the blackberry sparkling water, you can use club soda, ginger ale (regular or blackberry flavor), or a lemon-lime soda such as Sprite or 7-Up. Prosecco and sparkling apple cider are also great!
If you aren’t using soda and prefer a sweeter cocktail, add ½ ounce simple syrup or agave to the drink
Any lowball glass works well for this recipe. Good examples include whiskey glasses, rocks glasses, or old fashioned glasses, but anything similar will do. You may need to adjust the amount of sparkling water based on glass (and ice) size
Feel free to add some frozen blackberries in place of (or in addition to) the ice. This adds flavor and visual appeal, while also reducing dilution
If you want no seeds or chunks of fruit in your drink, smash the berries separately and strain before adding to the glass
A whiskey fizz does not store well, due to the carbonated elements which will go flat, as well as the fresh fruit, and the ice which will cause dilution
To prepare in advance, you can mash the berries and mix the whiskey and lemon juice together up to 24 hours ahead of time (scale up for desired servings). Store in a pitcher in the refrigerator, then pour into individual glasses with ice and top with sparkling water for serving
Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand and flavor of ingredients, any garnishes added, and quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only