Description
The blueberry lemon fizz cocktail is a bright, refreshing drink made with fresh blueberries, tangy lemon juice, and sparkling soda. Light, bubbly, and slightly sweet, it’s perfect for summer gatherings, brunch, or relaxing evenings. This easy cocktail comes together in just minutes and can be made with vodka or gin, or as a non-alcoholic mocktail.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice (about ½ lemon)
- 1 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1½ oz vodka or gin (optional for cocktail)
- ½ cup sparkling water or club soda
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices (for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional garnish)
- Extra blueberries for garnish
Instructions
- Muddle the berries: Add blueberries and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker or sturdy glass. Gently muddle until the berries release their juice.
- Add lemon and spirit: Pour in fresh lemon juice and vodka or gin if using.
- Shake with ice: Add ice and shake for about 10–15 seconds until chilled.
- Strain into glass: Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with fresh ice.
- Add the fizz: Top with sparkling water or club soda.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with lemon slices, mint leaves, and a few fresh blueberries. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a mocktail version, simply skip the alcohol and add extra sparkling water.
- If you prefer a sweeter drink, add a little more simple syrup or honey syrup.
- Frozen blueberries can be used if fresh ones are not available.
- Always add sparkling soda last to keep the drink fizzy.