Maple-Glazed Saskatoon Berry Whiskey Cocktail
A smooth and warming cocktail blending the sweetness of maple syrup with tart Saskatoon berries and a robust whiskey base. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Saskatoon berries, whiskey, maple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh or frozen Saskatoon berries
- 2 oz whiskey
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 oz club soda
- as needed ice cubes
- 2 leaves for garnish fresh mint leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 1/4 cup Saskatoon berries with 1 tbsp maple syrup until the berries release their juice and mixture becomes vibrant.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz whiskey, 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice, and fill the shaker with ice cubes. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice cubes, then top with 2 oz club soda.
- Step 4: Stir gently to combine, and garnish with 2 fresh mint leaves for a refreshing aroma.
