Description
Blueberry ginger refresher sparks summer coolness with its zesty twist of fresh ingredients. Crisp herbal notes and sweet berry essence combine perfectly, creating a delightful beverage you’ll crave on warm afternoons.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) fresh blueberries
- 4 ounces (118 ml) sparkling water or ginger ale
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 ounce (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 ounce (30 ml) simple syrup
Serving Components:
- Ice cubes
- Garnish: lemon slice
- Garnish: fresh mint sprig
- Extra fresh blueberries for garnish
Instructions
- Gently crush blueberries and fresh ginger in a cocktail shaker, extracting their vibrant essence and aromatic oils.
- Pour freshly squeezed lemon juice and silky simple syrup into the muddled mixture, blending the ingredients with vigorous shaking or stirring.
- Position a fine-mesh strainer over a chilled glass filled with crystal-clear ice cubes to filter out fruit pulp and ginger fibers.
- Cascade sparkling water or zesty ginger ale into the strained liquid, creating an effervescent layer that dances atop the deep purple base.
- Crown the beverage with an elegant garnish: a bright lemon wheel, a scattering of plump whole blueberries, and a delicate mint sprig to enhance visual appeal and aromatics.
- Present immediately, allowing guests to experience the harmonious blend of tart, sweet, and refreshing flavor profiles.
Notes
- Muddling technique matters: Press blueberries and ginger gently to extract maximum flavor without crushing seeds, which can create bitterness.
- Customize sweetness by adjusting simple syrup quantity, making the drink adaptable for those watching sugar intake.
- Use fresh ingredients for vibrant taste: Ripe blueberries and fresh ginger create a more intense, authentic flavor profile compared to frozen or processed alternatives.
- Create a mocktail version by replacing sparkling water with non-alcoholic ginger beer for a family-friendly twist that maintains the drink’s zesty character.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg