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Frozen Midnight Forest: A Nordic Gluten-Free Cocktail

Discover this magical Frozen Midnight Forest, a Nordic-inspired gluten-free cocktail that brings the enchantment of the forest to your glass, with fresh blueberries, elderflower liqueur, and a touch of sparkle.

πŸ•’ (Prep, Cook, Total) - Prep Time: 10 minutes - Cook Time: None - Total Time: 10 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4 servings
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Nordic

Allergens

Alcohol (gluten-free vodka)

Ingredients

  • 4 oz fresh blueberries
  • 2 oz lemon juice
  • 1 oz elderflower liqueur
  • 4 oz gluten
  • free vodka
  • 6 large ice cubes
  • Fresh edible flowers (for garnish)
  • Lemon zest (for garnish)
  • Blueberries (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass, muddle the blueberries with the lemon juice and elderflower liqueur until well combined.
  2. Add the gluten free vodka to the blueberry mixture.
  3. Fill your shaker halfway with ice cubes and add the blueberry mixture on top.
  4. Shake vigorously for 10 15 seconds, or until the shaker feels icy cold.
  5. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
  6. Garnish with edible flowers, a lemon zest curl, and fresh blueberries.

Chef’s Insight

For an extra touch of luxury, freeze a blueberry in each glass before straining the drink. The frozen berry will slowly thaw and infuse its flavor into the cocktail as you sip.

Notes

Be sure to use gluten-free vodka for this recipe.

Cultural or Historical Background

Elderflower liqueur has a long history in Nordic countries, where it is often used to celebrate midsummer.