Wild Berri Bramble
Average
Fruity & Sweet
5 Minutes
Rocks Glass
Ingredients
Wild Berri Bramble is a new vodka cocktail and a variation of the classic Bramble. Where a classic Bramble is made with gin, the Wild Berri Bramble is made with Absolut Wild Berri vodka together with lemon juice, blackberry liqueur and simple syrup.
If you love the taste of mixed berries, then you’re going to love this twist on the Bramble. “It’s perfectly balanced and great for the summer,” says Rico. Couldn’t agree more.
How To Make a WILD BERRI BRAMBLE Cocktail
Bar tools you’ll need
Knife
Citrus Press
Boston Shaker
Jigger
Bar Spoon
Peeler
Hawthorne Strainer
How to Mix
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Cut a Lemon in half using a Paring Knife.
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Squeeze one Lemon half with a Citrus Press to create Lemon Juice.
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Measure and pour Lemon Juice into a Boston Shaker.
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Measure and pour Simple Syrup into the Shaker, followed by Absolut Wild Berri Vodka.
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Fill the Shaker with Ice Cubes and shake vigorously until chilled.
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Add Crushed Ice into a Tumbler Glass.
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Place a Hawthorne Strainer over the larger tin of your Boston Shaker and pour the mixture into the Glass.
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Top up with more Crushed Ice.
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Cut a Lemon half-moon using a Paring Knife.
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Garnish by placing the Lemon half-moon directly into the Glass.
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Measure the Blackberry Liqueur and gently pour it over the Crushed Ice in the Glass, using the back of a Bar Spoon.
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Add two Fresh Blackberries as a second garnish.
Watch Rico show you how to make a classic Bramble Cocktail
What is a Wild Berri Bramble Cocktail?
The Wild Berri Bramble is a cocktail created by Bartender and Absolut Global Brand Ambassador, Ricardo “Rico” Dynan. It was created as a vodka twist on a classic Bramble cocktail. It follows the cocktail recipe for a Bramble but substitutes the gin for Absolut Wild Berri vodka.
What Does a Wild Berri Bramble Cocktail Taste Like?
The Wild Berri Bramble tastes a lot like a mixed berry compote thanks to both the Absolut Wild Berrri and blackberry liqueur. But then there’s the lemon juice and simple syrup, which balances things and gives the drink a citrus twist. It’s delicious and a must-try for all Bramble lovers.
The History of the Wild Berri Bramble
The original Bramble cocktail was created in London in 1984 by legendary London bartender Dick Bradsell. Wild Berri Bramble, on the other hand, was created in the summer of 2024 in Stockholm, Sweden by Ricardo “Rico” Dynan (Bartender and Absolut Global Brand Ambassador). Rico was making a classic Bramble for an episode of Absolut Drinks with Rico and after making this version, he made a Vodka variation using Absolut Wild Berri. And, well, it was a hit!
Tips for Making the Perfect Wild Berri Bramble
- Add the Blackberry Liqueur Last
In the video, you’ll notice that when Rico makes a Wild Berri Bramble, he adds the Blackberry Liqueur after pouring the cocktail mixture into the Glass. Whereas for the Bramble, he pours the Blackberry Liqueur into the Glass first before the cocktail mixture.For the Wild Berri Bramble, he uses the back of a Bar Spoon to gently pour the Blackberry Liqueur over the Crushed Ice. This technique allows the Liqueur to slowly trickle down into the drink, creating a beautiful visual effect.
- Fresh Lemon Juice only!
When life gives you lemons, press fresh Lemon Juice. There’s no comparison between store-bought and freshly squeezed. If there’s only one tip you should know it’s that to elevate your cocktail to bar-level standards, you should always use fresh Lemon Juice.
Variations of a Wild Berri Bramble Cocktail
- Bramble
The original Bramble is a modern classic and, of course, the inspiration behind the Wild Berri Bramble. It’s also one of Rico’s favorite drinks. Discover how to make a classic Bramble cocktail.
- Vodka Bramble
This is another Vodka variation of the Bramble, this time using Absolut Vodka instead of Absolut Wild Berri. This variation allows the Blackberry Liqueur and fresh Lemon Juice to take center stage. Highly recommended for those who prefer a milder and less Juniper-forward taste. Check out our delicious Vodka Bramble Recipe here.
Serving and Garnish Ideas for a Wild Berri Bramble
- For both this Wild Berri Bramble and the classic Gin-based Bramble, Rico recommends using a short glass such as a Tumbler, somewhere between a Highball and a Rocks Glass. Check out this article to learn more about different glass types.
- A Tumbler will perfectly accommodate the Ice Cubes or, in this case, the Crushed Ice. It also helps accentuate the cocktail’s stunning purple hues.
- To garnish your Wild Berri Bramble cocktail, we recommend two whole Blackberries placed on top of the Crushed Ice, together with a Lemon half-moon.
Wild Berri Bramble FAQ
Absolut Wild Berri mixes great with berry liqueurs, lemon-lime soda as well as fresh pressed citrus such as lime juice and lemon juice.
Believe it or not, it also works great with coffee, creating a Wild Berry Espresso Martini.
Check out more drinks and cocktails with Absolut Wild Berri.
The Bramble cocktail gets its name from the blackberry bush and was inspired by the fresh berries that its creator, Dick Bradsell, is said to have picked during his childhood.
The name itself was the perfect inspiration to swap gin for Absolut Wild Berri (wild berry flavored vodka) to create the Wild Berri Bramble.
A classic Bramble cocktail is made with gin. However, there are many Bramble variations that use vodka, including the Vodka Bramble and this Wild Berri Bramble recipe.
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