Blackberry Whiskey Lemonade

(Courtesy of lifesastrawberry.com)

Ingredients:
BLACKBERRY SIMPLE SYRUP:
12 oz. fresh blackberries
1/2 c. sugar
WHISKEY LEMONADE:
7.5 oz. whiskey
7.5 oz. lemon juice
1 large rosemary sprig
6 oz. blackberry simple syrup

Directions:
Put the 12 oz. blackberries and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat.  Cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until blackberries have softened and you have a thick syrup.

Strain the syrup through a mesh sieve to separate any seeds or lumps from the syrup.  You can discard the leftover pulp or freeze in ice cube trays and use in smoothies.

Let the syrup cool on the counter for 20 minutes prior to use.

Combine the whiskey, lemon juice, 1 large rosemary sprig and 6 oz. blackberry simple syrup in a large shaker and add a handful or two of ice  cubes.  Depending on the size of your shaker, you may have to shake the drinks in 2 batches.

Shake to combine and chill drinks.  Pour over ice in glasses and serve.