Cocktail - Blueberry Basil Moscow Mule

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Jul. 02, 2018

One of my favorite drinks ever is a simple Moscow mule. It's tangy, sweet, and delicious. Kick the classic up like 20 notches by making it with a homemade blueberry basil simple syrup! You won't be able to have to original ever again.

Ingredients

Sugar 1/2 Cup (8 tbs)
Water 1/2 Cup (8 tbs)
Blueberries 1/2 Cup (8 tbs)
Basil leaves 10 , torn
Vodka 2 Ounce
Lime slice 1
Ginger beer 1/2 Cup (8 tbs)

Directions

MAKING:

1.The first thing you want to do is make your simple syrup. In a small pan over medium heat add in the sugar, water, blueberries, and basil.

2.Let it come to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and let it cool completely.

3.In a cup filled with ice add in the vodka, cooled simple syrup, and squeeze of lime. Give it a good stir and add in the ginger beer to fill the cup.

SERVING:

4.Garnish with some basil leaves, and serve. Cheers!

Recipe Summary

Difficulty Level: Medium
Servings: 1