Paul Kushner
Enjoy this refreshing twist on a classic Bee’s Knees cocktail, featuring blueberries and lavender. This simple mix combines gin, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup, ripe blueberries, and a hint of lavender for a unique, flavorful drink. Perfect for any occasion, it’s sure to impress with its delightful taste and aroma.
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Servings: 1 Drink
This recipe blends the botanical flavors of gin with the fruity sweetness of blueberries and honey plus the aromatic touch of lavender, creating a refreshing and sophisticated cocktail.
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz honey lavender syrup equal parts honey and water, with 2 tablespoons of dried lavender flowers heated until honey dissolves, then cooled and strained
- A handful of fresh blueberries about 10-15
- 2-3 sprigs of fresh lavender plus more for garnish
Instructions
- Muddle the Blueberries: In a shaker, gently muddle the fresh blueberries to release their flavors.
- Mix the Cocktail: Add the gin, fresh lemon juice, and lavender honey syrup to the shaker.
- Shake: Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well chilled.
- Strain: Double strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass to remove the solids.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with a few fresh blueberries and a sprig of lavender. Enjoy immediately.
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Delicious. Love the fresh blueberries with a hint of lavender.