Ingredients:
1 cup fresh blackberries, plus extra for garnish
2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
4 oz reposado tequila for a smooth woody note
2 oz Cointreau or triple sec
Juice of two limes
Crushed ice, as desired
Lime wheels for garnish
Handful of fresh mint leaves for garnish
Coarse salt or sugar for rimming, optional
Instructions:
In a cocktail shaker, muddle blackberries and sugar until sugar begins to dissolve.
Add lime juice, orange liqueur, and tequila to the blackberry mixture. Add crushed ice.
Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds or until chilled.
Optionally, rim two glasses with lime juice and dip in salt or sugar.
Fill each rimmed glass with crushed ice.
Pour the blackberry margarita mix evenly into the glasses.
Garnish with mint, a lime wheel, and additional blackberries.
Savor responsibly and serve immediately!
Tips & Variations:
For a non-alcoholic version, substitute tequila and orange liqueur with sparkling water or lemon-lime soda.
Experiment with raspberries or blueberries for a fruity twist.
Spice up your tequila by adding a jalapeño slice or rimming the glass with salt and chili powder.
Let blackberries macerate with sugar for an hour to intensify their flavor.
Sweeten with simple syrup or agave if a sweeter profile is desired.
Always taste-test before adjusting ingredients; achieving the right balance is key, catering to individual preferences between sweetness and acidity.