{"id":1083,"date":"2026-06-28T13:35:45","date_gmt":"2026-06-28T13:35:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1083"},"modified":"2026-07-18T08:28:24","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T08:28:24","slug":"black-dragon-bramble","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1083","title":{"rendered":"Black Dragon Bramble"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-group dfks-layout dfks-layout-applied dfks-layout-alchemist is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group dfks-post-body is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\udd43 Black Dragon Bramble<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Category:<\/strong> Fire-Brewed Cocktails<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Description<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A rich and elegant cocktail blending gin, fresh lemon juice and blackberry liqueur into a beautifully balanced drink. Sweet berries, sharp citrus and a deep crimson finish make this a favourite among the Black Dragons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You&#8217;ll Love It<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\ud83e\uded0 Rich blackberry flavour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udf4b Refreshing citrus balance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udf78 Simple to prepare<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83d\udda4 Beautiful deep ruby colour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\ud83c\udff0 Ideal for evening gatherings and celebrations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prep Time:<\/strong> 5 Minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Makes:<\/strong> 1 Cocktail<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>50ml London Dry Gin<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>25ml fresh lemon juice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>15ml sugar syrup<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>15ml blackberry liqueur (Cr\u00e8me de M\u00fbre)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crushed ice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Garnish<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fresh blackberries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lemon slice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh mint sprig<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fill a rocks glass with crushed ice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add the gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shake well for 15\u201320 seconds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strain over the crushed ice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slowly drizzle the blackberry liqueur over the top to create its signature layered effect.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Garnish with fresh blackberries, a lemon slice and a sprig of mint before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dragon Chef&#8217;s Tip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lightly muddle a few fresh blackberries in the shaker before adding the other ingredients for an even richer berry flavour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Adventurer&#8217;s Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>&#8220;Deep within the shadowed halls of the Black Dragons, this dark elixir was reserved for evenings of quiet celebration. Its rich berry sweetness concealed a sharp citrus bite, reminding all who drank it that appearances can be wonderfully deceptive.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<!-- DFK CONTEXTUAL LINKS -->\n<h2>More from the Workshop<\/h2><p>Continue through the shelves with two related brews, or pair this drink with a feast from the Recipe Vault.<\/p><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1081\">Golden Mead Mule<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1079\">Dragonfire Spiced Rum Punch<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?p=1602\">Crimson Lantern Dakgalbi<\/a> \u2014 a feast to serve alongside<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dragonfirekitchen.co.uk\/?page_id=597\">Return to the Alchemist\u2019s Workshop<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n<!-- \/DFK CONTEXTUAL LINKS -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A rich and elegant cocktail blending gin, fresh lemon juice and blackberry liqueur into a beautifully balanced drink. 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