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Made with simple ingredients this Blackberry Vanilla Mocktail is a refreshing combination of sweet and tart, citrus and berry. It's the mocktail version of my popular Blackberry Vanilla Martini, and the perfect mocktail for when you're looking to serve something special.
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Blackberries and vanilla are a match made in mocktail heaven, bringing together rich, sweet flavors with a tart citrus kick.
This Blackberry Vanilla Mocktail is a non-alcoholic take on my popular Blackberry Vanilla Martini, making it perfect for anyone looking for a refreshing and elegant drink without the booze. With fresh blackberries, bright lime juice, and homemade vanilla simple syrup, this drink is layered with flavor and a touch of sparkle from bubbly water.
This easy mocktail recipe is not only delicious but also simple to make with just a handful of ingredients easily found at the grocery store. Muddling fresh berries with lime juice brings out their natural tartness, while the vanilla simple syrup adds warmth and sweetness.
A few fresh mint leaves enhance the freshness of the drink, making it feel extra special. Topped with club soda or sparkling water, this drink is effervescent, lightly sweet, and incredibly refreshing—perfect for sipping on a warm afternoon or serving at a gathering.
Want to take this mocktail to the next level? Try using flavored sparkling water to enhance the blackberry or lime notes, or play with garnishes like extra mint or a sugared rim for a festive touch.
Whether you're hosting friends, looking for a special drink to enjoy at home, or simply want a break from alcohol (for Dry January or beyond), this Blackberry Vanilla Mocktail is a sophisticated and satisfying choice.
What’s in a Blackberry Vanilla Mocktail
- Vanilla Simple Syrup - This quick simple syrup is easy to make at home with sugar, water, and vanilla extract. Get the recipe on my Vanilla Simple Syrup page.
- Limes - Fresh lime juice will give you the best flavor. You’ll need about 1 lime per mocktail for this recipe.
- Blackberries - Fresh berries or thawed, frozen berries will both work for this drink.
- Fresh Mint - Only fresh mint works for this recipe.
- Sparkling Water - Choose club soda, soda water, or plain sparkling water here. You could use lime or blackberry sparkling water if you wanted to up the flavor of either ingredient.
How to Make Blackberry Vanilla Mocktails (Step by Step)
Add blackberries and lime juice to a cocktail shaker.
Muddle to crush the berries.
Add the mint leaves and vanilla simple syrup to the shaker.
Fill the cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
Shake well for 10 seconds. Double strain through a fine mesh strainer held over a coupe or martini glass. (Note: You may need to tip the shaker back and forth a few times to get all of the liquid out.)
Top with sparkling water. Give your drink a gentle stir.
Garnish with fresh blackberries, a lime wedge, and/or a sprig of mint.
Enjoy!
Make Vanilla Simple Syrup
This three ingredient syrup is one of the easiest flavored syrup to make! All you need is sugar, vanilla extract, and water! Get the recipe and step-by-step instructions over on my Vanilla Simple Syrup page.
Note: Do not add vanilla extract directly into the drink instead of making vanilla simple syrup. Vanilla extract is highly concentrated, unsweetened, and has a strong, alcohol-like taste when not dilute. Use vanilla simple syrup for a well-balanced sweetness.
Can I make this mocktail in advance for a party?
It’s best to prepare this mocktail fresh, but you can make a batch of the blackberry, lime, vanilla syrup, and mint mixture ahead of time. Store it in the fridge for a few hours, then strain and add sparkling water just before serving to keep the drink bubbly and fresh.
Don’t Miss These Fruity Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Looking for a delicious drink without the alcohol? Try one of these mocktail recipes! Make a pitcher of mixed berry lemonade with fresh lemon juice, a non-alcoholic mojito with spicy ginger beer, a fresh strawberry mojito mocktail with lots of fresh mint, or a Strawberry Limeade mocktail made with homemade strawberry syrup.
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Blackberry Vanilla Mocktail
Ingredients
- 2.5 ounces vanilla simple syrup
- 0.75 ounce lime juice
- 4 fresh blackberries
- 4 fresh mint leaves
- 2 ounces sparkling water
Instructions
- Add blackberries and lime juice to a cocktail shaker.4 fresh blackberries, 0.75 ounce lime juice
- Muddle to crush the berries.
- Add the mint leaves and vanilla simple syrup to the shaker.4 fresh mint leaves, 2.5 ounces vanilla simple syrup
- Fill the cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
- Shake well for 10 seconds.
- Double strain through a fine mesh strainer held over a coupe or martini glass.
- Top with sparkling water.2 ounces sparkling water
- Give your drink a gentle stir.
- Garnish with fresh blackberries and/or a sprig of mint.
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