This martini is so simple to make and is so delicious that it does not need a holiday or special event to be enjoyed. This drink is the perfect balance of sweet and sour so the vanilla from the vodka really stands out and is exceptionally delicious.  If you don’t have mint, don’t sweat it.  It adds an extra dimension to the drink but it would still be delicious without.

2 oz. Vanilla Vodka
1 oz. Simple Syrup
.5 oz. Lime Juice
7 Blackberries
5 Mint Leaves
Rosemary sprig for garnish

Start with placing 5 mint leaves and 5 blackberries in the cocktail shaker and use the muddler to gently mash the blackberries and mint.  Juice a lime using the citrus reamer. Add ice to the cocktail shaker then add the vodka, simple syrup and lime juice.  Shake well and strain into a martini glass. Garnish with the rosemary and 2 blackberries.

Cheers!