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Key Ingredients
This cocktail is all about the blueberries and fresh lemon juice. The blueberries add a natural sweetness and a beautiful color, while the lemon juice gives it a tangy kick. The combination of these two ingredients creates a perfect balance of flavors that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds.
How to Make
Making this cocktail is as easy as pie. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
- Add 12 blueberries to a shaker and muddle them.
- Pour in 2 oz of white rum, 1.5 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 0.75 oz of simple syrup.
- Shake it all up with ice for about 10-15 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a Collins glass filled with ice.
- Top it off with soda water.
- Garnish with a lemon slice and two blueberries.
Storage Information
This cocktail is best enjoyed fresh. However, if you want to prepare it in advance, you can muddle the blueberries and mix them with the rum, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Store this mixture in the fridge and shake it with ice just before serving.
Tips and Tricks
- Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor and color.
- If you prefer a sweeter cocktail, add more simple syrup.
- For a stronger blueberry flavor, let the muddled blueberries sit in the rum for a few minutes before shaking.
Recommended Equipment
To make this cocktail, you’ll need a shaker, a muddler, a jigger, and a Collins glass.
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Blueberry Lemonade Vodka
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 Serving
Description
The Blueberry Lemonade Vodka Cocktail is a refreshing, tangy, and slightly sweet drink that’s perfect for any occasion. It’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
- 12 blueberries
- 2 oz white rum
- 1.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 oz simple syrup
- Soda water
- Lemon slice and blueberries for garnish
Instructions
- Muddle the blueberries in a shaker.
- Add the rum, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Shake with ice for 10-15 seconds.
- Strain into a Collins glass filled with ice.
- Top with soda water.
- Garnish with a lemon slice and two blueberries.
Notes
- You can substitute the rum with vodka if you prefer.
- For a non-alcoholic version, replace the rum with more lemon juice and soda water.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Blueberry Lemonade Vodka Cocktail