Directions
Gather all ingredients.
Credit: Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Fill a double old-fashioned glass with ice.
Credit: Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Muddle blackberries in the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Fill with ice; add gin or bourbon, lemon juice, blackberry liqueur, and simple syrup. Close shaker and shake vigorously 30 seconds or until well-chilled.
Credit: Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Strain drink into prepared glass.
Credit: Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox If desired, top with sparkling water. Garnish with a lemon wheel and additional blackberries, if desired.