Try this delicious blueberry vodka cocktail recipe – a perfect blend of sweet, tangy blueberries and smooth vodka for a refreshing drink! Add the mint for subtle cool flavor.
I’ve always been a fan of drinks that bring a little something extra to the table. Remember our cherry vodka sour? A hit for its punchy, summery vibe.
But today, we’re going down a slightly different path, one that’s lined with blueberries and a little bit of mint. It’s a path that leads to a vodka drink recipe blurs the line between a cocktail and a dessert.
This blueberry vodka cocktail is not just another drink; it’s a celebration of what happens when you let fruits and herbs mingle in a dance of flavors.
Think of the familiar coolness of a mojito, but with a blueberry twist that’s so rich, you’d swear you’re indulging in a slice of cake.
Let’s be honest, we all have that one cocktail that makes us think, “Well, maybe just this once…” This blueberry vodka is that temptation. It’s the kind of drink you allow yourself when you want to bend the rules of your everyday life.
Ready to whip up this tantalizing treat? I’m excited to share with you how easy it is to bring this blueberry vodka drink recipe to life.
Perfect for any occasion, or just because, this recipe is your shortcut to a blissful sip of relaxation. Let’s get started and mix up some magic!
Pre-chill your glassware in the freezer or fill them with ice while preparing the cocktail to keep your drinks cold and refreshing.
Don’t be afraid to taste your cocktail-in-progress. Adjust ingredients if needed to achieve the desired flavor. I mean you don’t need to be told to do this . . . right?
Remember that making cocktails is both a science and an art, so don’t be afraid to get creative and have fun with your creations. Over time, you’ll develop your own signature cocktails and techniques!
Here’s what you’re going to need to make this blueberry vodka cocktail.
Ingredients
- 10 mint leaves
- 8 fresh blueberries
- 1 oz blueberry simple syrup (see below to make it yourself)
- 1 oz Smirnoff blueberry vodka
- 1 oz Kinky Blue
- 1 oz lime juice
- Club soda
Note: you can sub the blueberry vodka and/or Kinky Blue with vanilla vodka if that’s what you can find.
Blueberry Simple Syrup
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- Use a medium sauce pan, add one cup of water, one cup of sugar and one cups of blueberries. Mash blueberries with a muddler or fork to release juice.
- Bring mixture to a rolling boil and stir. Boil for 2 minutes.
- Remove pan from heat and cover with a lid. Let mixture steep for 10 minutes.
- Strain mixture through a fine sieve into a medium-size bowl and chill in the refrigerator to cool.
I challenge you to tell me this isn’t one of your favorite go-to drinks for summer! Did that even make sense? No idea, but seriously – you have to try it.
Drink responsibly, and never drink and drive. You should also check out the printable recipe card below.
Blueberry Vodka Cocktail
Ingredients
- 10 mint leaves
- 8 blueberries fresh
- 1 oz blueberry simple syrup
- 1 oz Smirnoff blueberry vodka or vanilla
- 1 oz Kinky Blue
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz club soda
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, add mint leaves and fresh blueberries. Using a muddler, mash leaves and berries to release mint oils and blueberry juices.
- Add blueberry simple syrup, vodka, Kinky Blue, and freshly squeezed lime juice. Fill with crushed ice.
- Shake vigorously until your arms fall off or for 30 seconds – whichever come first.
- Strain using a fine sieve into a standard rocks or whiskey glass.
- Garnish with a fresh sprig of mint leave or blueberries and serve.
Nutrition
For another delicious cocktail recipe, visit our blueberry margarita cocktail – it’s just as awesome! You should also check out these other cocktails: