Pescatarian Blueberry Mint Cooler
This vibrant cooler is the kind of drink that makes any afternoon feel like a special occasion. Fresh blueberries are simmered with maple syrup until they burst into a gorgeous deep-purple syrup, then layered with muddled mint for an herby, floral finish that's genuinely refreshing. The whole thing comes together in under half an hour, and most of that time is hands-off steeping. Topped with chilled sparkling water and a squeeze of lime, it's bright, lightly sweet, and endlessly satisfying without being cloying. It's naturally plant-based from start to finish, so it fits effortlessly into a pescatarian lifestyle without any substitutions or workarounds needed. Batch the syrup ahead of time and keep it in the fridge, and you're just a pour away from something that looks and tastes like it came from a craft cocktail bar.
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4 servings
For the blueberry mint syrup
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup water
- 12 fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
To assemble
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 2 cups ice
For serving
- 1 medium lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the blueberries, maple syrup, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries begin to burst and the liquid turns a deep purple, about 4–5 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat. Add the mint leaves and press them gently against the side of the pan with a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
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