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Country Thyme Recipe
by H. Joseph Ehrmann

Country Thyme

The beauty of this cocktail, beyond its refreshing flavor, is threefold: it is simple to prepare yet appears very esoteric (it’s a blueberry lemonade with thyme in it); it is an incredibly versatile formula (you can switch the berry for whatever is in season, or you can change the fruit herb combo to strawberry/mint, strawberry/ basil, raspberry/tarragon, etc); it is visually stimulating which creates instant appeal with other customers.)

Rating: 4.9/5
Avg. 4.9/5 11 votes
  United States American
  Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ oz. Square One Organic Vodka
  • 10-15 Fresh organic blueberries (can also be made with other fresh berries like black berries or huckleberries but may need more sweetener. Use whatever is in season and fresh and this recipe can change for months)
  • 1/2 of an organic lemon, in pieces
  • ¼ oz. organic agave nectar

Directions

  1. Place blueberries and lemon pieces in a mixing cup and muddle to juice both. Add agave nectar and vodka, and then top with ice. Shake vigorously for 10-20 seconds. Place one small sprig of Thyme in the palm of your hand and slap it to release the oils. Twist it and place at the bottom of a 10 oz glass (highball or old fashioned bucket) and fill with ice. Strain the drink over the ice. Take a nice big, pretty sprig of Thyme and slap it again before sticking it into the drink as a garnish.