Blueberry, Balsamic, and Black Vodka Spritzer
Ingredients
- 2 Ounces Aged Balsamic vinegar
- 2 Oz Sugar
- 1/2 Cup Fresh Blueberries, plus extra for garnish
- 8 Oz Black Vodka (may substitute regular vodka)
- 2 Oz Lime Juice
- 2 to 3 Cups Seltzer or club soda
- Lime garnishes
- Ice
Instructions
- Bring balsamic and half of the sugar to a boil in a pot. Reduce the liquid by 1/2 until it becomes a syrup. Cool this down before using.
- Muddle the blueberries and remaining sugar in a pitcher until well macerated. Then add in the Lime juice, balsamic syrup, and vodka. Mix well. Then, stir in the seltzer. Pour into a glass and garnish with lime and blueberries.
Notes
We chose to make our own balsamic syrup here. But, you can buy balsamic syrups in gourmet shops. I think they may even carry some in Costco nowadays too. Some of those, though, use a thickener instead of letting the sugars do the thickening for them. Since we want a sweetened drink, We prefer the homemade.