For me, new moons are about turning inward, setting goals, manifesting, readjusting, planting seeds. Full moons, however, are a whole different story. I like to spend the full moons having fun, celebrating, spending time with friends. I am mindful of what thoughts and emotions arise during the full moon, because the moons light illuminates what lurks in the shadow during this phase. But otherwise, I am going with the flow and having a night on the town. My Midnight Berry Herb Sour is the perfect drink to make with your people before hitting a late night event.
Enjoy this drink whenever you please, but it's best when shared with your friends and loved ones during a celebratory event, or just when you want to have a little extra fun!
Ingredients
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- gin
- blackberries
- thyme
- egg white
- lime
- water
- sugar
Instructions
- make thyme simple syrup
- muddle blackberries
- create cocktail in the shaker
- strain into glass and enjoy!
Hint: when making the thyme simple syrup, DO NOT boil the water because the sugar can burn, just warm the water and stir until the sugar dissolves.
Substitutions
Gin
- Vodka
- Tequila blanco
- White rum
- Non-alcoholic gin alternative
Blackberries
- Raspberries
- Blueberries
- Strawberries
- Black cherry
Thyme
- Rosemary
- Basil
- Sage
- Mint
Lime
- Lemon
Simple Syrup (Water + Sugar)
- Honey syrup
- Maple syrup
- Agave syrup
- Coconut sugar syrup
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Fine mesh strainer
- Jigger / measuring tool
- Small saucepan
- Spoon
- Citrus juicer
- Knife + cutting board
- Serving glass
- Ice
Midnight Berry Herb Sour
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- muddler
- fine mesh strainer
- measuring tool for liquids
- small saucepan for simple syrup
- Spoon
- citrus juicer
- knife & cutting board
- serving glasses
- ice
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- ¾ oz thyme simple syrup
- 4-5 fresh blackberries muddled
- 1 egg white
- ice
- thyme sprig + lime slice to garnish
thyme simple syrup
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup sugar
- 3-4 sprigs fresh thyme
Instructions
- make thyme simple syrup by adding water, sugar and thyme to a small sauce pan over medium head. warm gently, do NOT boil. stir until the sugar dissolves. remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes before straining.
- Add blackberries to a cocktail shaker and muddle until juicy.
- Add gin, lime juice, thyme simple syrup, and egg white. Shake without ice for 15 seconds.
- Add ice and shake again for 15–20 seconds until chilled.
- Double strain into a coupe glass
- Top with blackberries and a thyme sprig, then enjoy!
Storage
Thyme Simple Syrup
- Let cool completely, then store in a sealed jar or bottle in the fridge.
- Keeps 7–10 days (best flavor within the first week).
- Strain out the thyme sprig for longer freshness.
Blackberries
- Store unwashed in the fridge in their container.
- Best used within 2–4 days.
- Wash right before using.
Pre-Mixed Cocktail (without egg white)
- You can pre-mix gin + lime juice + thyme syrup + muddled blackberry juice.
- Store in a sealed container in the fridge for 24–48 hours.
- Shake with ice before serving.
With Egg White
- Best made fresh.
- Do not store or batch with egg white for safety + foam quality.
Finished Cocktail
- Serve immediately for best foam and flavor.
FAQ
Yes! It’ll just be less frothy. You can also use aquafaba (chickpea liquid) for a similar foam.
Generally yes, but use fresh, clean eggs or pasteurized egg whites if you want the safest option.
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