Description
A refreshing cocktail that combines the sweet-tart essence of blueberries with the frosty allure of a classic martini.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen)
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Ice
- Extra blueberries or lemon slice for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Gather fresh blueberries and lemon juice.
- Make the simple syrup: Combine equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Cool before use.
- Blend your blueberries: In a blender, blend 1 cup of fresh blueberries until smooth. Strain for a smoother texture if desired.
- Mix the cocktail: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the blueberry puree, vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
- Strain and serve: Pour the mixture into a chilled martini glass using a fine mesh strainer.
- Garnish and enjoy: Decorate with fresh blueberries or a lemon slice and serve immediately.
Notes
For a unique twist, try using flavored vodka or substituting agave nectar for simple syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: blueberry, cocktail, martini, refreshing drink, celebration
