Blueberry Gin Cocktail with Blueberry Thyme Simple Syrup
Servings: 1 Serving
Ingredients
For the Simple Syrup
- 1 pound fresh blueberries fresh or frozen
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 fresh thyme sprig
For the Cocktail
- Ice
- 2 ounces blueberry thyme simple syrup
- 2 ounces gin
- 4 ounces club soda
Instructions
To Make the Simple Syrup
- Place the blueberries, sugar, water, and fresh thyme in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat and stir until the sugar is dissolved.1 pound fresh blueberries, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup water, 1 fresh thyme sprig
- Use a wooden spoon or potato masher to carefully smash the blueberries as they cook. Continue to simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until the fruit has broken down.
- Remove from heat, and let the mixture to cool for at 10 to 15 minutes. Pour the mixture through a mesh sieve to remove the fruit pieces.
- Transfer the simple syrup to sealable container, and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks until ready to use.
To Make the Cocktail
- Place ice in a cocktail shaker, then pour in the simple syrup and gin. Give everything a good shake, and pour into a tall glass with filled with ice.Ice, 2 ounces blueberry thyme simple syrup, 2 ounces gin
- Top off with club soda, and garnish with fresh blueberries and a thyme sprig. Enjoy!4 ounces club soda
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 drink. Actual calories will vary.
- Store the simple syrup in a jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- Chill all of the ingredients ahead of time to help keep the drink cold.
Nutrition Facts
Blueberry Gin Cocktail with Blueberry Thyme Simple Syrup
Serving Size
1 drink
Amount per Serving
Calories
283
% Daily Value*
Sodium
57
mg
2
%
Potassium
39
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
41
g
14
%
Sugar
42
g
47
%
Calcium
13
mg
1
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
