Slight sweet blueberries with tart lime and the zing of mint. This Blueberry, Lime and Mint muddled gin and tonic is the perfect balance of flavours.
There are many things that make life feel satisfying and complete. But top of my list are:
- Hugs from my children
- Clean bedding
- a bowl of pasta
- and relaxing with Stew and a drink at the end of the week.
On a Friday night, sat on the veranda watching the sunset, gin and tonic in hand and everyone relaxed and happy. That is pretty much the best Friday I can think of! (Well save for a fancy dinner with George! But sadly Mr Clooney has still not come knocking!!!)
BUT! I am a food blogger and sat on the veranda as the sun sets is not the best way to get a photo of my gin and tonic. So because I am so dedicated to Sprinkles and Sprouts and I want to share the gin and tonic love with you guys, I bumped my Friday G&T to Thursday!!!! I know, what can I say, I am just all about the sacrifice 😉
And because recipe development is one of my favourite things, I tried two different alterations to the classic gin and tonic. I couldn't decide so I left it up to my Facebook page. And this Gin & Tonic Muddled with Blueberry, Lime and Mint won out. For all of those who wanted to see the coriander based G&T. That will be here next week.
Frozen blueberries are best for this - they have a much nicer colour when muddled and also they help to chill your gin down.
The gin/tonic ratios below are based on my personal preference, but add more or less tonic as you like. It is after all your Friday night and your time to relax.
Enjoy x
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Blueberry, Lime and Mint Muddled Gin and Tonic
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon frozen blueberries
- 2 mint leaves plus extra for garnish
- ½ cup gin
- 1 cup ice
- 1 lime
- 1 ⅓ cups tonic water
Instructions
- Place the blueberries and mint into the bottom of a cocktail shaker or large glass.
- Use a muddler (or the end of a rolling pin) to give the blueberries a good bash.
- Pour over the gin and give it a last muddle.
- Add the ice to your glasses, then double strain the blueberry gin mixture to remove any hard blueberry bits.
- Top with the tonic and a squeeze of lime.
- Garnish with some extra frozen blueberries and a sprig of mint.
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Adriana Lopez Martin says
Blueberries and lime are perfect combo. This cocktail not only is pretty but a nice option when entertaining at home. Can't wait for those grilling parties.
Claire McEwen says
YES!!! It is just perfect for spring and summer! Friends over, a G&T in hand, best evenings ever 😀
Teri says
Oh, I'm looking forward to the coriander version. Gorgeous shots!
Claire McEwen says
The coriander one was my favourite too 😀
If you want the recipe
I have a fresh coriander (cilantro) one here: Charred Lime Gin & Tonic with Fresh Coriander
Or one that uses coriander seeds: Charred Lemon, Rosemary and Coriander Gin & Tonic
Ginny McMeans says
I love this nicely flavored drink. The lime seems like perfect addition. Bookmarking!
Claire McEwen says
Thank you Ginny.
It is just perfect for Spring and Summer evenings 😀
Jennifer Banz says
This sounds so good and a good excuse to use my muddler!
Claire McEwen says
It is!!! I got a new muddler for Christmas and I love being able to use it 😀
Carrie | Clean Eating Kitchen says
This sounds so refreshing! I will never say no to a g&t!
Claire McEwen says
Hehe, you sound like a girl after my own heart Carrie.
A G&T is never a bad idea 😀
Sharon says
What a beautiful cocktail full of fruit and Gin (one of my favorites). Smashing the blueberries I bet gives this so much flavor. Delicious!
Claire McEwen says
It really does have tons of fresh fruity flavor, especially if you use frozen blueberries as they chill the drink and give it a wonderful color.
Tina Dawson | Love is in my Tummy says
Oooo these are gorgeous spring flavors!!! i've been trying to use up my frozen berries that I hid away for the winter, coz hello fresh berries coming our way!
Claire McEwen says
Thank you Tina, frozen berries are so good here as they muddle far more easily and they chill the drink. Plus they have such a vibrant colour.
Hope your stash of frozen berries goes down quickly 😉
Kristen says
My favorite drink is a blueberry mojito and my husband's is gin and tonic--you just morphed them together for us and we LOVE it!
Claire McEwen says
PERFECT 😀
I hope you both enjoy it 😀