Blueberry Lavender Mule Cocktail Recipe
This refreshing twist on a Moscow Mule combines sweet blueberries and fragrant lavender with spicy ginger beer. The drink offers a perfect mix of floral and fruity notes.
Equipment
- Copper mule mug
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Ice
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz lavender simple syrup
- 1/4 cup fresh blueberries
- 4-5 oz ginger beer
- Ice cubes
- Fresh blueberries and lavender sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Add blueberries to the shaker and muddle until they release their juice.
- Pour in vodka, lime juice, and lavender simple syrup.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake for 15-20 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a copper mule mug filled with ice.
- Top with ginger beer and stir gently.
- Garnish with fresh blueberries and a sprig of lavender.
Notes
Make lavender simple syrup by combining 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar, and 3 tablespoons dried lavender. Heat until sugar dissolves, then strain.
Store leftover lavender syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
For a mocktail version, replace vodka with club soda.