Blueberry Old Fashioned Cocktail

Blueberry Old Fashioned Cocktail

from peelwithzeal.com
Cocktail
5 min
1 serving
169 kcal / serving

A  berry twist on the classic old fashioned cocktail is perfect for summer. Made with blueberry simple syrup and whiskey, bourbon, or rye, this flavored cocktail is not to miss!

Ingredients

  • 2 ouncesbourbon, whiskey, or rye
  • 2 dashesclassic bitters (see notes)
  • ½ ounceblueberry simple syrup
  • orange twist (for garnish)
  • 1 cupblueberries fresh or frozen
  • ½ cupgranulated sugar
  • ½ cupwater

Directions

  1. 1

    In a glass (or cocktail shaker) stir together the whiskey, syrup, and bitters.

  2. 2

    Strain into a rocks glass over one large ice cube, and garnish with an orange peel twist.

Blueberry simple syrup

  1. 1

    Add all ingredients to a small saucepan. Lightly crush blueberries. Place over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure the sugar dissolves and the blueberry breaks down.

  2. 2

    Strain through cheesecloth and/or a mesh strainer. Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature before using.