Blue Tail Fly
Experience the refreshing flavors of summer with the 'Blue Tail Fly'—a vibrant blueberry cocktail that perfectly balances sweet and tangy notes with a sparkling finish. This recipe features a homemade blueberry syrup made from fresh blueberries, sugar, and water, simmered to perfection for a naturally fruity base. Combined with zesty lemon juice, smooth vodka, and a fizzy splash of sparkling water, this drink is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ideal for casual afternoons or elegant gatherings, the 'Blue Tail Fly' is served over ice and garnished with fresh lemon slices and fragrant mint leaves for a cocktail that’s as refreshing as it is effortless. With just 15 minutes of prep and cook time, this irresistible cocktail is your new go-to for impressing guests or unwinding in style.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 4 ounces sparkling water
- 2 pieces lemon slices
- 4 leaves mint leaves
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries burst and the mixture thickens (about 5 minutes).
Strain the blueberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a small bowl, pressing gently to extract all the liquid. Discard the solids and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
In a cocktail shaker, combine the blueberry syrup, lemon juice, and vodka.
Fill the shaker with ice cubes, cover, and shake well for about 15 seconds.
Strain the mixture evenly into two glasses filled with ice cubes.
Top each glass with 2 ounces of sparkling water and gently stir.
Garnish each drink with a lemon slice and a couple of mint leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 11 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 174 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
