Primor Blackberry Basil Mocktail

Blackberry and basil is a combination that usually shows up in cocktails, and it works just as well without the alcohol. Deep berry flavor, a herbal edge, and nothing to prep.

Ingredients

• 2 oz Primor Blackberry Purée
• 4 to 5 fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
• Sparkling water, to top
• Ice
• Basil sprig and blackberries, to garnish

Method

1. Press the basil leaves gently against the bottom of a glass to release the oils.
2. Add the blackberry purée and lime juice, then fill with ice.
3. Top with sparkling water and stir once.
4. Garnish with a basil sprig and a few blackberries.

Notes

Press the basil, do not shred it. Bruised basil turns bitter and the drink goes muddy. Slap the garnish sprig between your palms before it goes in and the aroma hits before the first sip. For a cocktail version, add 1.5 oz of gin.