This refreshing blackberry whiskey lemonade cocktail is perfect for summertime! A sweet and refreshing whiskey cocktail recipe with sweet blackberries and a hint of earthiness from fresh rosemary.

INGREDIENTS

FOR THE BLACKBERRY SIMPLE SYRUP:

12 oz. fresh blackberries

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 cup water (optional, see recipe notes)

FOR THE BLACKBERRY WHISKEY LEMONADE:

1 cup whiskey

1 cup lemon juice

1 large rosemary sprig

3/4 cup blackberry simple syrup (recipe above)

1 cup tonic water or sparkling wine (optional, see recipe notes)