Mellow Berry Mint Cooler

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A refreshing mix of muddled berries and fresh mint with a subtle sweetness, this cocktail is a crowd-pleaser that feels familiar yet lively. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh blackberries, and fresh mint leaves 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 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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.

Prep: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Drinks cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 6 fresh blackberries and 8 fresh mint leaves into a mixing glass. Gently muddle together to release juices and oils without tearing the mint leaves.
  2. Step 2: Add 1.5 oz vodka, 3/4 oz simple syrup, and 3/4 oz fresh lime juice to the mixing glass.
  3. Step 3: Fill the mixing glass halfway with crushed ice and stir gently for 20 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
  4. Step 4: Double strain into a chilled Collins glass filled with crushed ice to remove berry seeds and mint bits.
  5. Step 5: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir once gently.
  6. Step 6: Garnish by slapping a small mint sprig between your palms to release aroma and place it upright in the glass alongside a few fresh blackberries on a cocktail pick.

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