Summer is here, and what better way to beat the heat than with a refreshing blueberry cocktail? The sweet-tart flavor of blueberries pairs perfectly with a variety of spirits, from gin and vodka to rum and bourbon. Whether you’re looking for a classic twist or something new and adventurous, we’ve got you covered with these 19 mouthwatering blueberry cocktail recipes.
From fruity mojitos to bubbly spritzes, we’ll take you on a journey through the world of blueberries in cocktails. With ingredients like fresh mint, elderflower tonic, and lavender, these drinks are sure to quench your thirst and satisfy your taste buds. So go ahead, grab some blueberries, and get ready to shake (or stir) things up!
Blueberry Mojito with Fresh Mint
Escape the heat with this sweet and tangy twist on the classic mojito. Fresh mint and juicy blueberries combine to create a refreshing cocktail perfect for warm weather.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz white rum
– 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
– 1 oz simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
– 1/4 cup blueberries, rinsed and drained
– Club soda
– Ice
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, gently press the mint leaves with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release oils and flavors.
2. Add the rum, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker. Fill with ice.
3. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
4. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice.
5. Add the blueberries and gently press them into the drink with a muddler or spoon.
6. Top with club soda and garnish with additional mint leaves, if desired.
Cooking Time: None
Blueberry Gin Fizz with Elderflower Tonic
Elevate your cocktail game with this refreshing twist on the classic gin fizz. The sweetness of blueberries pairs perfectly with the subtle botanicals of elderflower tonic, creating a drink that’s both fruity and sophisticated.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz (45 ml) gin
– 3/4 oz (22 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1/2 oz (15 ml) simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/2 cup (120 g) fresh or frozen blueberries
– 2 oz (60 ml) elderflower tonic
– Ice cubes
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
2. Add blueberries to the shaker and muddle (gently press) them with a spoon or bar tool to release their juice and flavor.
3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
4. Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.
5. Top with elderflower tonic and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Cooking Time: None, as this is a cocktail recipe!
Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade Cocktail
This refreshing summer drink combines the sweetness of blueberries with the tanginess of lemonade and a splash of sparkling water, perfect for warm weather gatherings or a relaxing evening at home.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
– 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
– 1 cup sugar
– 4 cups water
– 1/2 cup sparkling water
– Ice cubes
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine blueberries and sugar. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the blueberries to release their juice and flavor.
2. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into another pitcher, pressing on the solids to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solids.
3. Add lemon juice and stir until well combined.
4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
5. Just before serving, stir in sparkling water and fill glasses with ice.
6. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.
Cooking Time: None
Blueberry Basil Vodka Smash
Elevate your summer gatherings with this unique and flavorful Blueberry Basil Vodka Smash. The sweetness of blueberries pairs perfectly with the brightness of basil, making it a perfect blend for warm weather.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz vodka
– 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
– 1/2 oz simple syrup
– 2 cups mixed blueberries (fresh or frozen)
– 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
– Ice
– Lime wheel, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Muddle the blueberries and basil leaves in a cocktail shaker to release their flavors.
2. Add vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker. Fill with ice.
3. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
4. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
5. Garnish with a lime wheel and serve immediately.
Cooking Time: None
Blueberry Margarita with Lime and Agave
This sweet and tangy margarita is perfect for warm weather or any occasion where you want to add a little excitement to your drink game. The combination of blueberries, lime juice, and agave nectar creates a unique flavor profile that’s both fruity and sophisticated.
Ingredients:
– 2 ounces tequila
– 1 ounce fresh lime juice
– 1/2 ounce agave nectar
– 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
– Salt for rimming glass (optional)
– Ice
Instructions:
1. Rim a rocks glass with salt, if desired.
2. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the blueberries and lime juice together until well combined.
3. Add tequila and agave nectar to the shaker and fill with ice.
4. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
5. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
6. Garnish with a lime wedge or additional blueberries, if desired.
Cooking Time: None (just mix and serve!)
Blueberry Lavender Gin Sour
This unique twist on the classic gin sour combines the sweetness of blueberries with the subtle flavor of lavender, creating a refreshing and complex cocktail perfect for warm weather.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz gin
– 1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1/2 oz simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/4 cup fresh blueberries
– 1/4 teaspoon dried lavender buds
– Dash of sparkling water
– Ice
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, gently press the blueberries with a muddler or back of a spoon to release their juice and flavor.
2. Add the gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and lavender buds to the shaker. Fill with ice.
3. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
4. Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.
5. Top with a dash of sparkling water.
6. Garnish with an additional blueberry or edible flower, if desired.
Cooking Time: None
Blueberry Bourbon Smash with Thyme
Elevate your summer gatherings with this unique and delicious Blueberry Bourbon Smash, infused with the subtle flavor of thyme.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz bourbon whiskey
– 1 oz fresh lime juice
– 1 oz simple syrup
– 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
– 1/4 cup mint leaves
– 1 sprig of fresh thyme
– Ice
– Club soda
– Lime wedges and blueberries for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, gently muddle the blueberries with the mint leaves using a wooden spoon or a muddler.
2. Add the bourbon, lime juice, and simple syrup to the pitcher. Stir until well combined.
3. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. Just before serving, add the thyme sprig to the pitcher and stir gently.
5. Fill glasses with ice and pour the Blueberry Bourbon Smash over the ice.
6. Top each glass off with club soda and garnish with a lime wedge and blueberries.
Cooking Time: 30 minutes (plus chilling time)
Frozen Blueberry Daiquiri with Rum
Experience the sweet and tangy combination of blueberries, rum, and lime in this refreshing frozen cocktail perfect for warm weather or any time you crave a tropical treat.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
– 2 oz light rum
– 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
– 1 oz simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– Ice cubes
– Lime wheel, for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a blender, combine blueberries, rum, lime juice, and simple syrup.
2. Blend until smooth and the mixture is well combined.
3. Add ice cubes to the blender and blend until the desired consistency is reached (thicker or thinner, as preferred).
4. Pour into glasses and garnish with a lime wheel.
Cooking Time: 5 minutes (prep) + blending time
Enjoy your delicious Frozen Blueberry Daiquiri with Rum!
Blueberry Rosemary Champagne Spritz
Combine the sweetness of blueberries and the herbaceousness of rosemary with the effervescence of champagne for a unique and delightful spritz.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
– 1/4 cup sugar
– 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary, chopped
– 750ml champagne
– Sparkling water
– Lemon slices (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a small bowl, mix together blueberries and sugar until well combined.
2. Add the chopped rosemary to the bowl and stir gently to combine.
3. Fill a wine glass or spritz glass with ice.
4. Pour 1/2 cup of the blueberry mixture into the glass.
5. Top with champagne, leaving about 1 inch at the top.
6. Add a splash of sparkling water and garnish with a lemon slice, if desired.
Cooking Time: None! This spritz is ready to drink in minutes.
Blueberry Pisco Sour with Egg White Foam
Combine the tartness of pisco, the sweetness of blueberries, and the creaminess of egg white foam for a unique twist on the classic sour.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz pisco
– 3/4 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
– 1/2 oz simple syrup
– 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
– 1 large egg white
– Dash of Angostura bitters
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine pisco, lime juice, and simple syrup.
2. Add ice and shake vigorously for 10-12 seconds to chill and dilute the mixture.
3. Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.
4. Rinse a small bowl with water and gently pour in the egg white. Whisk until frothy, about 30 seconds.
5. Hold back the foam with a spoon and add blueberries to the drink.
6. Top with the egg white foam and garnish with a sprig of rosemary or a blueberry, if desired.
Cooking Time: None
Tips:
– Use freshly squeezed lime juice for maximum flavor.
– Adjust the amount of simple syrup to your taste.
– For a more intense blueberry flavor, muddle the blueberries in the drink before adding the egg white foam.
Blueberry Ginger Beer Mule
Elevate your mule game with this refreshing twist on the classic cocktail! This Blueberry Ginger Beer Mule combines the spicy kick of ginger beer with the sweetness of blueberries and a hint of lime.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz vodka
– 4 oz ginger beer
– 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
– Juice of 1 lime (about 1 tablespoon)
– Ice
– Lime wheel, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a copper mug or highball glass with ice.
2. Add the vodka and stir to combine.
3. Top with ginger beer and stir gently.
4. Muddle in the blueberries using a spoon or muddler (about 10-15 seconds).
5. Squeeze in the lime juice and stir again.
6. Garnish with a lime wheel and serve immediately.
Cooking Time: None! This cocktail is ready to drink as soon as you’re done mixing.
Blueberry Coconut Rum Punch
Elevate your party with this refreshing and fruity twist on a classic rum punch! This Blueberry Coconut Rum Punch is perfect for warm weather gatherings, holiday celebrations, or just a relaxing evening with friends.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 cups blueberry puree
– 1 cup coconut cream
– 1/2 cup dark rum
– 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
– 1 cup mixed berry juice (such as raspberry, blackberry, and cranberry)
– 2 cups sparkling water
– Ice cubes
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine blueberry puree, coconut cream, dark rum, and lime juice. Stir until well combined.
2. Add mixed berry juice and stir gently.
3. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
4. Just before serving, add sparkling water and stir gently.
5. Fill glasses with ice and pour the punch over the ice.
6. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.
Cooking Time: None
Blueberry Elderflower Spritz
This refreshing spritzer combines the sweetness of blueberries with the subtle floral notes of elderflower, perfect for warm weather gatherings or a relaxing evening at home.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups sparkling water
– 1 cup fresh blueberries
– 1/4 cup elderflower syrup (homemade or store-bought)
– 1 tablespoon honey
– Ice cubes
– Fresh mint leaves or edible flowers for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine sparkling water and elderflower syrup. Stir to combine.
2. Add fresh blueberries and let them steep in the mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
3. Just before serving, stir in honey until dissolved.
4. Fill glasses with ice and pour the Blueberry Elderflower Spritz over the ice.
5. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or edible flowers, if desired.
Cooking Time: None! This spritzer is ready to serve in under 30 minutes.
Blueberry Cucumber Vodka Cooler
Beat the heat with this refreshing twist on a classic cocktail. The sweetness of blueberries and the coolness of cucumber pair perfectly with the crisp taste of vodka.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz vodka
– 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
– 1/4 cup thinly sliced cucumber
– 1/2 cup lemon-lime soda
– 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
– Ice cubes
– Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, muddle the blueberries with a spoon or a muddler to release their juice and flavor.
2. Add the sliced cucumber and stir gently to combine.
3. Pour in the vodka and stir well.
4. Top with lemon-lime soda and stir gently again.
5. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding honey if desired.
6. Fill glasses with ice and pour the Blueberry Cucumber Vodka Cooler over the ice.
7. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.
Cooking Time: None!
Blueberry Hibiscus Tequila Sunrise
Elevate your brunch game with this fruity and refreshing twist on the classic Tequila Sunrise. This drink combines the sweetness of blueberries, the subtlety of hibiscus, and the boldness of tequila for a truly unique taste experience.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz tequila
– 1 oz freshly squeezed orange juice
– 1/2 oz blueberry puree
– 1/2 oz hibiscus syrup (see below for recipe)
– Splash of soda water
– Ice
– Orange slice and blueberries for garnish
Hibiscus Syrup Recipe:
– 1 cup water
– 1 cup sugar
– 1/4 cup dried hibiscus flowers
– Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Strain and let cool.
Instructions:
1. Fill a highball glass with ice.
2. Add tequila, orange juice, blueberry puree, and hibiscus syrup.
3. Top with a splash of soda water.
4. Garnish with an orange slice and blueberries.
Cooking Time: None
Blueberry Maple Whiskey Sour
Elevate your cocktail game with this sweet and tangy twist on the classic whiskey sour. The addition of fresh blueberries and pure maple syrup adds a fruity and velvety texture to this refreshing drink.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz whiskey (bourbon or rye work well)
– 3/4 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
– 1/2 oz simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/2 oz pure maple syrup
– 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
– Ice
– Lemon twist or wheel, for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine whiskey, lemon juice, simple syrup, and maple syrup.
2. Add a handful of ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 10-12 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
4. Muddle in the fresh blueberries using a muddler or the back of a spoon.
5. Garnish with a lemon twist or wheel.
Cooking Time: None
Blueberry Mint Julep with Bourbon
A refreshing twist on the classic Kentucky Derby drink, this Blueberry Mint Julep combines sweet and tangy flavors with a hint of bourbon’s warmth. Perfect for warm weather or as a unique cocktail for your next gathering.
Ingredients:
• 2 cups fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
• 2 tablespoons simple syrup (equal parts water and sugar, dissolved)
• 4 oz bourbon whiskey
• Crushed ice
• Club soda
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, gently press the mint leaves with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release oils and flavor.
2. Add blueberries and simple syrup; let it sit for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
3. Strain mixture into a highball glass filled with crushed ice.
4. Pour in bourbon whiskey, followed by club soda.
5. Garnish with additional mint leaves and a few blueberries.
Cooking Time: None (assembly only)
Blueberry Sangria with Citrus and Basil
This refreshing blueberry sangria combines sweet and tangy flavors of citrus and basil, perfect for hot summer days or warm gatherings with friends. With a few simple ingredients and steps, you’ll be sipping on this fruity delight in no time!
Ingredients:
• 1 bottle white wine (chardonnay or sauvignon blanc work well)
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1/4 cup simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
• Juice of 1 lime
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
• Club soda
Instructions:
1. In a large pitcher, combine blueberries, orange juice, simple syrup, and lime juice.
2. Stir in the white wine.
3. Add the lemon zest and basil leaves; stir gently to combine.
4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
5. Just before serving, top with club soda and garnish with additional blueberries and basil, if desired.
Cooking Time: None! This sangria is ready when you are!
Blueberry Espresso Martini with Vanilla
Elevate your cocktail game with this unique and indulgent Blueberry Espresso Martini with Vanilla, perfect for special occasions or a mid-week pick-me-up.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz vodka
– 1 oz espresso liqueur
– 1 oz vanilla-flavored syrup (homemade or store-bought)
– 1 cup fresh blueberries
– 1/4 cup simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– Ice
– Fresh blueberries for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine vodka, espresso liqueur, and vanilla-flavored syrup.
2. Add fresh blueberries to the shaker and muddle gently to release their flavor and color.
3. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
4. Top with simple syrup and garnish with additional fresh blueberries.
Cooking Time: None (just mix and serve!)
Summary
Summer just got a whole lot cooler! With 19 refreshing blueberry cocktail recipes to try, you’ll never run out of ideas for hot summer nights. From classic mojitos and fizzes to fruity spritzes and boozy sours, these blueberry-infused drinks are sure to quench your thirst. Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet and fizzy or tangy and herbaceous, there’s a blueberry cocktail on this list that’s perfect for you.
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