Blackberry puree and honey makes a divine adult punch that is perfect to prep ahead and serve to a crowd of thirsty guests.
A child’s 2nd birthday party may seem like odd inspiration for a cocktail however, for this bourbon punch that is indeed the case! My godson was turning two and my cousin asked if I’d create a special adult beverage for the 21+ guests drinking responsibly at the party. The theme was Winnie the Pooh and immediately my brain thought: honey! From there I added bourbon, seasonal blackberries, lemonade (it is summer after all!) and so the specialty drink for the party was created. 
Even the guests who typically shy away from whisky enjoyed a few glasses of the punch and the entire bowl was gone before you could say “Oh, bother!”
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- Yield: 10 servings 1x
Ingredients
For Blackberry Bourbon Honey Lemonade
- 1 750 mL bottle of Maker’s Mark
- 1 1/2 quarts fresh squeezed lemonade
- 1/2 c. blackberry purée*
- 1 c. honey syrup**
- Blackberries and lemon wheels for garnish
For Blackberry Purée
- 3 packages for fresh blackberries (reserve 1 for garnish)
- ¼ c. cold water
- For Honey Syrup
- 1 c. organic raw honey
- 1 c. water
Instructions
For Blackberry Bourbon Honey Lemonade
- Combine all ingredients to a large punch bowl and mix with wooden spoon.
- Float whole blackberries and lemon wheels for garnish.
- Chill in refrigerator up to 2 hours prior to serving.
- Add ice directly to serving cup to avoid watering down punch.
For Blackberry Purée*
- Add 2 packages of fresh blackberries in to a blender and blend sing purée setting.
- Slowly add 1/4 cup water and blend again.
- Double strain mixture in to measuring cup and set aside until use.
For Honey Syrup**
- **In a stove-top pot, add 1 c. water and 1 c. honey.
- Mix together over medium heat until honey has completely dissolved and remove from heat until use.
- Category: Cocktail
