DRINK RECIPES FOR EPISODE #52: The Black and Stormy and Bourbon Blackberry Collins

We all needed a cocktail (or two) after recording this week's teen media episode - and what better way to celebrate than with sweet, quick-to-mix drinks?

The Black and Stormy (according to saveur.com)

• 2 oz Mount Gay Black Barrel rum
• 1 oz Fresh squeezed lime juice
• 1 oz Simple syrup
• 1 oz Fresh ginger juice (*Note: blend clean ginger root w/ 1 oz water, then strain before using in cocktails)
• Top w/ ginger beer

Bourbon Blackberry Collins (according to foodandwine.com)

• 4 Blackberries
• 1.5 oz Bourbon
• 3/4 oz Fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 oz Simple syrup
• 2 oz Chilled club soda