Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup adjust to taste
- Sparkling water seltzer, or club soda
- Lime wheel or wedge for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Muddle the Blueberries:
- In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh blueberries and sugar.
- Muddle the blueberries and sugar together until the berries are well crushed and the sugar is dissolved.
Add Lime Juice:
- Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice into the shaker. You can use a citrus juicer or simply squeeze by hand.
- Add the spent lime halves into the shaker for extra flavor.
Add Vodka:
- Pour in the 2 oz of vodka.
Shake:
- Fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
Strain:
- Strain the mixture into a highball or Collins glass filled with ice.
Top with Sparkling Water:
- Top off the drink with sparkling water, seltzer, or club soda.
- Stir gently to combine.
Garnish:
- Garnish with a lime wheel or wedge, if desired.
Serve:
- Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Blueberry Lime Rickey.
Notes
Pro Tips
- Use ripe blueberries. They should be deep blue and slightly soft.
- Muddle gently but thoroughly. Crush enough to release juice without pulverizing seeds.
- Strain carefully. This keeps the texture smooth.
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