Blackberry Bourbon Bash

This cocktail is perfect for game night, as it can be made in a batch format. The base of the drink is a delicious blackberry simple syrup that adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the drink. Ingredients: - 1 cup blackberry simple syrup - 1 cup bourbon whiskey - 1/2 cup honey - 1/4 cup lemon juice - 1 cup pineapple juice - 1 cup soda water - Ice cubes - Blackberries and rosemary sprigs for garnish Instructions: 1. In a large pitcher, mix together the blackberry simple syrup, bourbon whiskey, honey, lemon juice, and pineapple juice. 2. Add ice cubes to the pitcher and stir well. 3. Top with soda water and stir gently. 4. Serve in glasses with a blackberry and rosemary sprig for garnish. To make the blackberry simple syrup: Ingredients: - 1 cup blackberries - 1 cup granulated sugar - 1 cup water Instructions: 1. In a small saucepan, combine the blackberries, sugar, and water. 2. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the blackberries have broken down. 3. Remove from heat and let cool. 4. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. 5. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.