Blackberry Thyme Spritzer

1/3 cup blackberries, +2 for garnish 3 sprigs of thyme. +1 for garnish 1/3 cup water 1/3 cup sugar Champagne or Prosecco 2oz of Gin Splash of Lemon Juice

In a small saucepan, bring the blackberries, water and sugar to a boil. Turn to low heat and let simmer for 10 minutes. Strain blackberries and let syrup cool.

Add 2 oz of blackberry syrup to the bottom of a shaker. Add a splash of lemon juice. Add 3 sprigs of thyme, 2oz of gin, and a small handful of ice cubes. Shake well.

Strain drink into a champagne flute, removing any big chunks of thyme. Finally, top with champagne or prosecco, and add in a sprig of thyme and two blackberries as a garnish.