Blueberry Gin Cardamom Smash

This Blueberry Gin Cardamom Smash is a delightful and refreshing cocktail that balances the sweet and tart flavors of blueberries with the aromatic essence of cardamom. The infusion of blueberries in gin adds a rich, fruity depth to the drink, while the cardamom syrup brings a warm and slightly spicy undertone. Served over crushed ice and garnished with fresh blueberries, this cocktail is a perfect way to indulge in the flavors of summer.

Blueberry Gin Cardamom Smash

A refreshing and delightful cocktail that combines the fruity essence of blueberries with the warm notes of cardamom, creating a balanced and flavorful drink.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • 3 oz dry gin
  • 3 tbsp water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 3 cardamom pods
  • Crushed ice
  • 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Additional blueberries (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine blueberries and gin, then let it sit for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
  2. Strain the blueberry-gin mixture through a sieve into a bowl, pressing the berries to extract as much juice as possible.
  3. In a small saucepan, combine water, sugar, and cardamom pods, bring to a boil, then let it cool before discarding the cardamom pods.
  4. In a cocktail shaker with ice, combine blueberry-gin, cardamom syrup, and lemon juice, then shake until chilled.
  5. Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass and garnish with additional blueberries, if desired. Serve immediately.
  6. Repeat the process for additional servings.