Winter Sapphire Punch Cocktail
A refreshing winter cocktail featuring blueberry juice, gin, and fresh lemon that balances tartness and sweetness, perfect for festive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup gin (or vodka for a lighter flavor)
- 2 cups blueberry juice (100% juice recommended)
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (preferably freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup tonic water (or sparkling water)
- A handful of mint leaves
- 1 slice of lemon
- 1 cup blueberries
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients in advance for a smooth preparation.
- In a large pitcher, mix together the blueberry juice and fresh lemon juice.
- Add the gin to the mixture and stir.
- Carefully pour in the tonic water and stir lightly.
- Add the mint leaves and blueberries to enhance flavor and presentation.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve over ice, garnished with a lemon slice and mint leaves.
Notes
For optimal flavor, use fresh ingredients and consume within 24 hours for best freshness. Avoid adding ice until serving to prevent dilution.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg