Most guys probably have no idea what an ombre means. Not to be confused with hombre (the Spanish word) for man. An ombre is a popular hair style in which one color transitions to the other. That is why this cocktail is called an ombre. If features a blackberry juice which is a dark color and champagne which is a light color thus completing the drinkable ombre.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 4 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 bottle champagne
Directions
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In a small saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil on high heat, and then reduce to a simmer and let cook for approximately 12-15 minutes. The blackberries will become soft and bright in color and a pinkish purple syrup will form. Take off of the heat and drain the blackberries, keeping the syrup in a separate bowl. Set both aside and allow to cool.
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Once blackberries and simple syrup are cooled, spoon about 4 tablespoons of syrup into the bottom of each champagne flute (this recipe makes 4 drinks).
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Top with champagne. Garnish with fresh blackberries and a sprig of rosemary.
Recipe source: Celebrations.com
Photo source: The Cookie Rookie
