Blucumber Fizz
by Jeremy Strungis, Master Mixologist
Recipe:
- 2 parts Maker's Mark® Bourbon
- 1/4 cup diced cucumber
- 1-1/2 parts chamomile/blueberry syrup*
- 1/2 part fresh lime juice
- 2 teaspoons powdered egg whites
- Club soda
Shake Maker's Mark® Bourbon, chamomile/blueberry syrup, lime juice and egg whites with ice, then double-strain into a long glass with ice. Top with club soda and, then gently push down and stir twice with a bar spoon. Muddle the cucumber in a shaker. Add remaining ingredients and ice. Shake vigorously and double strain into a long glass with ice. Garnish with cucumber zig-zags and fresh blueberries.
*Chamomile/blueberry syrup
Boil 16 oz. of water with 4 chamomile tea bags for 10 minutes. Remove the tea bags, then add 1 cup of blueberries and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove the blueberries, remove pot from heat, add 3/4 cup of sugar and stir until sugar dissolves, then let the syrup cool.
Extra Notes:
The cucumber and blueberries combine to make an incredibly refreshing and drinkable summer cocktail. The chamomile adds a slightly sweet hint of spice to the drink!