This refreshing cocktail combines sweet blueberries, fresh mint, and rum for a perfect summer drink. The mix creates a bright purple color and balanced flavors.
Add blueberries and mint leaves to the shaker. Muddle gently until the blueberries release their juice and the mint becomes fragrant.
Pour in the rum, lime juice, and simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.
Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until well chilled. Strain into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice.
Top with club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon. Garnish with fresh blueberries and a mint sprig.
Notes
Fresh blueberries work best, but frozen can be used in a pinch. Thaw them first before muddling.The drink can be made non-alcoholic by replacing rum with extra club soda.Store simple syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.Gentle muddling prevents the mint from becoming bitter.