By Becky Hardin
Updated Jul 29, 2025
This Blackberry Champagne Cocktail is honestly one of the prettiest drinks I’ve ever made. I love the gorgeous ombre effect—it always gets compliments when I serve it! It’s my go-to for special occasions when I want something that looks just as amazing as it tastes.
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5-Star Review
“These were a hit!! My guests just raved over them! I didn’t get the ombré effect, but I think because I poured too quickly or maybe didn’t let the syrup settle. But they were delish!!” Girliegirl
Easy Blackberry Champagne Recipe
This blackberry champagne drink is sparkling, delicious, and beautiful! I love making them for parties and special occasions; they look amazing and super festive. You won’t believe how easy it is to make something that looks party-perfect!
If you are looking to change things up a bit, you could add a flavored champagne (such as strawberry) or try a sparkling rosé. Different berries, like raspberries or strawberries, would be delicious. And, you can mix up the herbs to change the flavor even more. Mint and basil are my personal faves!
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- ▢ 1 cup fresh blackberries frozen, thawed also work
- ▢ 1 cup granulated sugar
- ▢ 1 cup water
- ▢ 750 mL champagne (1 bottle), or any sparkling wine
- ▢ 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the blackberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil on high heat, and then reduce to a simmer and let cook for approximately 15-17 minutes. The blackberries will become soft and bright in color and a pinkish purple syrup will form. Making sure it cooks down enough is essential to keeping the ombre effect. 1 cup fresh blackberries, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup water
- Take off of the heat and drain the blackberries, keeping the syrup in a separate bowl. Set both aside and allow to cool.
- Once blackberries and simple syrup are cooled, spoon about 4 tbsp of syrup into the bottom of each champagne flute.
- Top with champagne. 750 mL champagne
- Garnish with fresh blackberries or the cooked blackberries, and a sprig of rosemary. 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
Becky’s Tips
- Don’t pour the champagne too fast , or you’ll risk ruining the ombre effect.
- Use frozen berries for a garnish adds a refreshing twist and helps keep the drinks cool.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Blackberry Champagne Cocktail Step by Step
Make the syrup : In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup blackberries, 1 cup sugar, and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil on high heat, and then reduce to a simmer and let cook for approximately 15-17 minutes. The blackberries will become soft and bright in color, and a pinkish purple syrup will form. Making sure it cooks down enough is essential to keeping the ombre effect.
Drain: Take off the heat and drain the blackberries, keeping the syrup in a separate bowl. Set both aside and allow to cool.
Spoon syrup : Once blackberries and simple syrup are cooled, spoon about 4 tbsp of syrup into the bottom of each champagne flute.
Layer with champagne : Top with champagne.
Garnish and serve: Garnish with fresh blackberries or the cooked blackberries, and a sprig of rosemary.
How to Store
The blackberry syrup can be made up to 1 week in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Leftover cocktails will only keep for a day or so as they will lose their fizz. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge.
Serving Suggestions
I like to serve these blackberry cocktails with a spread of finger foods instead of a full meal—it keeps things light and lets the drinks shine. They’re especially delicious with creamy artichoke bruschetta , where the rich, tangy spread complements the tartness of the blackberries. Bacon-wrapped dates are another favorite. And if I really want to impress, I bring out my bacon stuffed mushrooms . They’re hearty, savory, and bite-sized, making them the perfect pairing for a bubbly, fruity cocktail.
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Blackberry Champagne Cocktail
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh blackberries frozen, thawed also work
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 750 mL champagne (1 bottle), or any sparkling wine
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the blackberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil on high heat, and then reduce to a simmer and let cook for approximately 15-17 minutes. The blackberries will become soft and bright in color and a pinkish purple syrup will form. Making sure it cooks down enough is essential to keeping the ombre effect. 1 cup fresh blackberries, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup water
- Take off of the heat and drain the blackberries, keeping the syrup in a separate bowl. Set both aside and allow to cool.
- Once blackberries and simple syrup are cooled, spoon about 4 tbsp of syrup into the bottom of each champagne flute.
- Top with champagne. 750 mL champagne
- Garnish with fresh blackberries or the cooked blackberries, and a sprig of rosemary. 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
Notes
- Don’t pour the champagne too fast , or you’ll risk ruining the ombre effect.
- Use frozen berries for a garnish adds a refreshing twist and helps keep the drinks cool.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
