The Blackberry Fizz is a refreshing vibrant drink that balances the sweetness of blackberries with the warmth of rum and the sparkle of soda.
In the summer, the blackberry bushes produce hundreds of fresh berries, so we are always coming up with a great way to use them. This time, we wanted to try to make a cocktail with the delicious tart berries.
A classic cocktail is the blackberry gin fizz, but I’m not too fond of gin. Instead, we made new variations of the drink and used light rum for the refreshing cocktail.
This drink is a perfect choice for a lazy afternoon on a hot summer day. You can make big batch cocktail and serve them in tall glasses instead of individual servings.
History of the Fizz
In the late 19th century, the fizz grew in prominence as soda water became a trendy ingredient. The cocktail’s popularity soared during the early 20th century, particularly with the advent of the Prohibition era (1920–1933) in the United States. The Ramos Gin Fizz, a luxurious version from New Orleans with cream and egg whites, became a cultural phenomenon. After Prohibition, fizzes remained a staple in cocktail culture, with bartenders experimenting with new ingredients and techniques.
Serving Suggestions & Tips
- We prefer a rum type of cocktail, but you could replace that with different spirits such as a shot of vodka, gin, brandy, whiskey, or tequila.
- For a sweeter drink use flavored soda, like lemon-lime or ginger ale, instead of soda water.
- Add a dash of lime juice or bitters or substitute honey syrup or simple syrup for the sugar for a more complex flavor.
- Skip the rum and increase the soda to make this into a mocktail; optionally add a splash of blackberry or lime cordial.
- Garnish your drink with real fruit, such as a lemon wedge, lemon zest, or fresh blackberries.
Blackberry Fizz Cocktail Step by Step
Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh blackberries
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 oz rum
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Crushed ice
- 6 oz club soda
Preparation
Add the blackberries and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker and muddle to release the juice from the blackberries
Add the rum and sugar to the shaker and fill with crushed ice
Shake until well chilled and mixed, about 30 seconds
Pour the blackberry mixture into a lowball glass and top with club soda
Garnish with fresh blackberries, a lemon twist, or fresh mint leaves
Blackberry Fizz Leftovers
Storage: Store leftovers of the sweet cocktail in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Shake or stir again before serving.
Recipe
Originally Published On: March 31, 2025
Blackberry Fizz
Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh blackberries
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 oz rum
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Crushed ice
- 6 oz club soda
Recommended Equipment
Instructions
- Add the blackberries and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker and muddle to release the juice from the blackberries
- Add the rum and sugar to the shaker and fill with crushed ice
- Shake until well chilled and mixed, about 30 seconds
- Pour the blackberry mixture into a lowball glass and top with club soda
- Garnish with fresh blackberries, a lemon twist, or fresh mint leaves
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutrition content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.
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What a refreshing drink! I will have to make this for my guest over the summer. I don’t drink so I would remove the rum and I bet it still would taste great
Wow, this Blackberry Fizz sounds perfect for summer! I love the idea of using fresh blackberries, especially when they’re in season!
Ooh. I can already see myself lounging by the pool with this. I can’t wait to try it! We actually have a few blackberry bushes, so this couldn’t be better!
This is so perfect for summer. We do a ton of barbecuing during the summer, and this is going to be on the menu.
This is the perfect drink for sitting don’t he patio in the summer! I can’t wait to make it soon and try it out.
This recipe looks so tasty! I’ll make it for my friends when they come over this weekend; they’re sure to love it!
That’s a refreshing mix of flavors. Perfect for unwinding or sharing with friends on a relaxed evening.
This drink sounds so yummy!! I can already imagine how refreshing it would taste! I definitely want to try making it at home. The flavors seem perfect for this time of year, whether you’re relaxing on the patio or hosting a get-together with friends. Cheers to delicious sips and seasonal vibes!
delicious! i can definitely see myself sipping one of these fizz rum cocktails while lounging outside reading my books this summer. Thanks for sharing!
Oooh this looks so refreshing! This drink would go perfect with an outdoor dinner! I’ll have to make it once the weather warms up a bit here 🙂
Oh my gosh, this is a super-easy and refreshing cocktail to make.
For me, it is perfect for any occasion.
Firstly, the colour is amazing – matches our spring sunsets so this has been the perfect drink for sundowners. Plus it’s something new for most of our guests, so they love it!