A Blackberry Gin Classic with a Welsh Coastal Twist

Cocktail Info

Cocktail: Gower Bramble
Base Spirit: Gŵyr Three Cliffs Bay Gin
Style: Welsh Gin Bramble
Glassware: Rocks Glass
Garnish: Fresh Blackberries & Lemon Slice
Difficulty: Easy

Description

The Gower Bramble is a beautifully refreshing Welsh interpretation of the classic Bramble cocktail, bringing together vibrant blackberry flavours, fresh citrus and the distinctive botanical character of Gŵyr Three Cliffs Bay Gin.

Inspired by the spectacular Gower Peninsula, this cocktail celebrates Welsh gin with a delicious combination of sweet, sharp and aromatic flavours.

At its heart is Gŵyr Three Cliffs Bay Gin, whose botanical character provides the foundation for this colourful cocktail. Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds a bright citrus sharpness, while sugar syrup softens the acidity and creates a beautifully balanced drink.

The finishing touch is rich blackberry liqueur, gently drizzled over crushed ice. As it makes its way through the glass, it creates the Bramble’s distinctive layered appearance while introducing delicious berry sweetness.

Served in a rocks glass and garnished with fresh blackberries and lemon, the Gower Bramble is as attractive as it is refreshing.

Whether enjoyed on a summer afternoon, served at a garden party or shared with friends over a relaxed evening, this Welsh-inspired cocktail brings a little of the Gower coastline to every glass.

Ingredients

For one cocktail:

• 50ml Gŵyr Three Cliffs Bay Gin
• 25ml Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
• 12.5ml Sugar Syrup
• 12.5ml Blackberry Liqueur
• Crushed ice
• Fresh blackberries
• Fresh lemon slice

How to Make the Gower Bramble

1. Fill a rocks glass generously with crushed ice.
2. Pour 50ml of Gŵyr Three Cliffs Bay Gin over the ice.
3. Add 25ml of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
4. Pour in 12.5ml of sugar syrup.
5. Stir gently to combine the ingredients and chill the drink.
6. Slowly drizzle 12.5ml of blackberry liqueur over the crushed ice, allowing it to trickle naturally through the cocktail.
7. Garnish with fresh blackberries and a slice of lemon.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Fresh blackberry aromas and bright citrus, complemented by the aromatic botanicals of Gŵyr Three Cliffs Bay Gin.

Palate: Juicy blackberry sweetness meets lively lemon acidity, balanced by gentle sugar syrup and the gin’s distinctive botanical character.

Finish: Refreshing and fruit-forward, with lingering blackberry, citrus freshness and subtle herbal notes.

Perfect Serve

Serve the Gower Bramble in a rocks glass filled generously with crushed ice.

For the best results, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and pour the blackberry liqueur slowly over the finished drink. This creates the attractive cascading effect that makes a Bramble so distinctive.

Garnish with plump fresh blackberries and a lemon slice for a colourful finishing touch.

The cocktail is best enjoyed immediately while the crushed ice is fresh and the blackberry liqueur is still beautifully layered.

Perfect For

• Sunny afternoons and garden parties
• Relaxed summer evenings
• Entertaining friends and family
• Gin lovers who enjoy fruit-led cocktails
• Celebrating Welsh spirits and coastal flavours
• Anyone looking for a refreshing alternative to a traditional gin and tonic

Why We Love It

The Gower Bramble takes everything we love about the classic Bramble and gives it a distinctive Welsh identity.

We love how Gŵyr Three Cliffs Bay Gin provides the botanical foundation, while freshly squeezed lemon brings brightness and blackberry liqueur introduces rich fruitiness.

The beautiful layered presentation makes it particularly appealing, yet the preparation remains wonderfully straightforward.

It’s a cocktail that combines traditional flavours with a sense of place, celebrating the character of the Gower Peninsula and its Welsh gin heritage.

A vibrant blackberry classic with a refreshing taste of the Gower coast.