Blueberry Mojitos with Lavender Syrup
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Blueberry Mojitos with Lavender Syrup
Description
This cocktail begins by cooking fresh blueberries in a small amount of water until they burst, then pureeing the mixture for a fresh, vibrant base. Lavender simple syrup is prepared separately by simmering sugar, water, and lavender flowers, then straining to infuse the syrup with floral aroma. The blueberry puree is combined with the lavender syrup and muddled fresh mint leaves in the glass to release herbal notes. Ice is added before pouring in white rum, club soda, and lime juice, which contribute carbonation, acidity, and alcohol balance. Stirring these elements together produces a lively cocktail with bright fruity flavors and delicate floral undertones. Garnishing with mint enhances the fresh aroma. This drink suits warm weather occasions or as a flavored twist on the classic mojito.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup blueberries fresh
- 2 1/2 ounces lavender simple syrup recipe below
- mint fresh leaves, a handful
- 1 1/2 ounce white rum
- 1 1/2 ounces club soda
- lime juice of one
lavender simple syrup
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 teaspoons lavender dried, culinary
- 2 lavender fresh sprigs
Instructions
- Place the blueberries in a small saucepan with 1 tablespoon of water. Heat over medium-low heat until the berries burst and become liquidy. Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until pureed and smooth. You can strain this mixture through a fine mesh sieve if desired, but I don’t mind any little flecks of blueberry.
- Add 2 tablespoons of the blueberry puree in the bottom of the glass. Add the lavender syrup and stir. Add the fresh mint leaves and muddle them in the bottom of the glass. Add ice to the glass, and pour rum, soda and lime juice. Mix with a long spoon or knife and serve with an additional sprig of mint.
lavender simple syrup
- Place the sugar, water and lavender in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk until the sugar dissolves, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Cook for 1 minute. Turn off the heat and set the saucepan aside. Let it cool completely. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the lavender. Store in a sealed container in the fridge!
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