Blueberry Gin Fizz

If you're looking for a refreshing summer gin cocktail, you have to make this blueberry gin fizz with fresh blueberries! It's so easy to make and is the perfect balance of sweet and refreshing.

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You'll love this blueberry gin fizz

It's easy to make. With a few ingredients, this is the perfect gin cocktail to take advantage of blueberry season! You can also make a homemade blueberry syrup, I included the directions to that below!

It's perfect for summer. If you are looking for a cocktail recipe perfect for summer, you have to make this blueberry gin fizz. The fresh blueberries paired with the taste of the juniper berries in the gin, it's so refreshing and tastes like summer in a glass. 

Ingredients

Blueberries. I opt for fresh blueberries as opposed to blueberry simple syrup. You still get the taste of the naturally sweet blueberries, but if you want to amplify it, I included blueberry syrup directions below. 

Lime Juice. I like to use fresh lime juice, but if you don't have limes, you can also use fresh lemon juice. 

Gin. Of course you need gin for a gin fizz! Some of my favorites are Empress Gin, it's a beautiful purple color that really makes for a stunning cocktail, or Farmer's Gin. 

Tonic Water. I like using diet tonic water or club soda, but the flavor of the tonic water is perfect for this blueberry gin cocktail! 

How to make a blueberry gin fizz

1. In a cocktail glass, muddle together 2 tablespoon of blueberries and ½ oz of fresh lime juice.
2. Add 2.5 oz of gin.
3. Add fresh ice cubes, and give it a stir.
4. Top with tonic water, garnish, and enjoy! 

Note:​ You could also make these in a cocktail shaker and strain it through a fine mesh strainer! I like having fresh fruit in my cocktail, but I get it's not for everyone. 

I love these ribbed rocks glasses for fun and fruity cocktails.

Substitutions and variations

Lemon Zest Rim. If you want to get super fancy, you can do a lime or lemon zest and sugar rim! Mix together equal parts zest and sugar, wet the rim of your glass,

Different berries. You can also take advantage of the sweet richness of raspberries, blackberries or strawberries and swap out the blueberries for another berry! 

Homemade Blueberry Simple Syrup. It is so easy to make your own blueberry syrup. Over medium heat, in a small sauce pan, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, and 16 oz. of fresh or frozen blueberries. Bring that to a simmer and using the back of a spoon, smash the blueberries. Let it simmer for an additional 8-10 minutes, and then remove it from the heat and let it cool for 15-20 minutes. Pour it through a fine mesh strainer into a glass jar, store it in the fridge and save it for all your homemade blueberry cocktails. 

Garnish ideas

• Lemon Wheel
• Lemon Twist
• Lime Wheel
• Blueberries
• Mint Sprig, although mint isn't an ingredient I love the pop of green with the color of the cocktail!

You might want these reusable cocktail picks to have some fun with your garnishes! 

FAQs

What is the difference between a Gin Fizz and a Tom Collins?

A classic gin fizz includes egg white and typically isn't served over ice, where as a Tom Collins doesn't have an egg white and is served over ice.

What fruit goes well with gin?

Lots! I love pairing berries with gin.

What is the perfect pairing for gin?

Tonic water and dry vermouth are all great pairings for gin. 

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Want more summer cocktail recipes?

• Peach Bourbon Smash
• Watermelon Tequila Spritzer
• Spaghett Cocktail
• Pineapple Ranch Water