Blackberry-Lime Margarita

Ingredients:

• 3.5 cups blackberries
• 3/4 cup silver tequila
• 3/4 cup superfine sugar
• 1/3 cup orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier)
• 2 tsp finely grated lime zest
• Juice of 1 lime
• Mezcal, for topping (optional)

Preparation:

1. Combine blackberries, 2/3 cup water, tequila, sugar, orange liqueur, lime zest and juice in a blender. Blend until smooth and sugar is dissolved.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl or measuring cup, using a silicone spatula to press through the mixture. Freeze in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions until thick and snowy.
3. Pour into glasses and drizzle each serving with 0.5-1 teaspoon of mezcal. Garnish with blackberries.