Blueberry Lemon Thyme Smash
A refreshing and vibrant drink made with juicy blueberries, bright lemon, and aromatic thyme, lightly sweetened and topped with sparkling water.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1-2 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2–3 lemon slices
- 2–3 fresh thyme sprigs
- 1–2 tbsp honey or simple syrup
- 1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda
- Ice cubes
- Optional: 1-2 oz vodka or gin
Instructions
- In a glass or cocktail shaker, add blueberries, lemon juice, honey or simple syrup, and thyme leaves.
- Muddle until the blueberries release their juices and the mixture is fragrant.
- Fill the glass with ice.
- If using alcohol, add vodka or gin and stir.
- Top with sparkling water or club soda.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish with lemon slices, extra blueberries, and a thyme sprig.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more or less honey or syrup.
- Frozen blueberries can be used and help chill the drink.
- Substitute thyme with mint or basil for a different flavor.
- Strain for a smoother texture if desired.
- Prepare the base mixture ahead, but add sparkling water just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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