This refreshing drink combines sweet blueberries with spicy ginger and bubbles for a perfect non-alcoholic option at parties or special events.
John
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Total Time 10 minutesminutes
Serving Size 6
Equipment
Large pitcher
Muddler or wooden spoon
Fine-mesh strainer
Measuring cups and spoons
Ice cube tray
Tall glasses
Stirring spoon
Ingredients
2cupsfresh blueberries
1/4cupfresh gingerpeeled and sliced
1/3cuphoney or agave nectar
1/2cupfresh lemon juice
4cupssparkling water
Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Ice cubes
Extra blueberries for garnish
Instructions
Muddle blueberries in the pitcher until they release their juices.
Add sliced ginger and honey to the pitcher. Mix well until honey dissolves.
Pour in lemon juice and stir to combine.
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove pulp and ginger pieces.
Fill glasses with ice cubes.
Pour 1/4 cup of the blueberry-ginger mixture into each glass.
Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and extra blueberries.
Notes
This recipe makes 6 servings. Store extra blueberry-ginger mixture in the fridge for up to 3 days.The drink can be made sweeter by adding more honey or agave nectar.For a stronger ginger taste, let the ginger steep in the mixture for 30 minutes before straining.Replace sparkling water with ginger ale for extra sweetness and fizz.Make ice cubes with blueberries frozen inside for a fancy presentation.