Blueberry Lemon Drop Martini is made with blueberry preserves, lemon juice, vodka, and triple sec, for a twist on a classic lemon drop!
Equipment
Cocktail Shaker or Mason Jar with a Lid
muddler
Martini Glass
Ingredients
1/4cupBlueberries
2tbspBlueberry Preserves
2ozLemon Juice
1/2ozTriple Sec
2ozVodka
Fresh Mint, (for garnish)
Instructions
Optional: Place martini glasses into the freezer for 10-15 minutes prior to making the cocktails. This will keep the drinks nice and cold!
Add blueberries, blueberry preserves, and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker. Muddle everything together with a muddle or wooden spoon.
Add in vodka or gin, triple sec, and a few ice cubes. Place the lid on top of the shaker and shake for 5-10 seconds, until the cocktail shaker turns cold.
Use a fine mesh strainer to strain the drink into the chilled martini glass - be sure to strain out the blueberry skins! Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh blueberries.
Notes
Chill the martini glasses in the freezer for about 15 minutes prior to pouring the
Fresh ingredients are best! Sweet, ripe blueberries are key to getting that delicious blueberry flavor.
If you don't have a cocktail shaker you can use a mason jar or any container with a lid!
In addition, if you don't have a muddler, you can simple use a wooden spoon or even a potato masher instead!