Blueberries, Bourbon, and Summer Evenings

One of the things we love most about summer is its simplicity. Good weather. Good company. Something cold in your glass.

When blueberries are in season, we like to keep things simple. Their natural sweetness and bright acidity pair beautifully with bourbon, creating cocktails that feel fresh, balanced, and perfect for long summer evenings.

Whether you're hosting friends on the patio or enjoying a quiet moment at the end of the day, these two blueberry-forward cocktails deliver flavor without fuss.

Crooked Water Blueberry Martini

Fresh blueberry leads the way, while lemon provides structure and balance. Clean, refreshing, and just sweet enough.

Ingredients

• 2 oz Crooked Water Sundog Gin

• ½ oz fresh lime juice

• ½ oz blueberry simple syrup*

• 3–4 fresh blueberries

Instructions

1. Add blueberries to a shaker and gently muddle.

2. Add Sundog Gin, lime juice, blueberry simple syrup, and ice.

3. Shake vigorously until well chilled.

4. Double strain into a chilled martini or coup glass.

5. Garnish with a few fresh blueberries.

Crooked Water Blueberry Bourbon Smash

Part bourbon cocktail, part summer refresher. This is the drink you'll make once and then find yourself craving all season.

Ingredients

• 2 oz Crooked Water Old Hell Roaring or Kings Point Bourbon

• ¾ oz fresh lemon juice

• ½ oz blueberry simple syrup*

• 5 fresh blueberries

• Fresh mint

• Club soda (optional)

Instructions

1. In a shaker, muddle blueberries and 3–4 mint leaves.

2. Add bourbon, lemon juice, blueberry simple syrup, and ice.

3. Shake briefly.

4. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.

5. Add a splash of club soda and stir

6. Garnish with mint and a few blueberries.

Blueberry Simple Syrup

A quick homemade syrup that lets the fruit shine.

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh blueberries

• 1 cup water

• ¾ cup sugar

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan.

2. Simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Lightly mash the berries as they soften.

4. Strain and cool.

5. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

May your blueberries be fresh, your bourbon full, and your evenings last just a little longer.

xo, Heather