Blueberry Vanilla Smash (N/A)
A bright, softly sweet blueberry mocktail with fresh lemon and vanilla syrup. Light, refreshing, and gently layered with fruit and warmth.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
Ingredients
6–8 fresh blueberries
1 ounce vanilla syrup
1 ounce fresh lemon juice
2 dashes toasted almond bitters
4 ounces cold water
Instructions
Add the blueberries and vanilla syrup to a shaker glass and gently muddle until the berries release their juice.
Add the lemon juice and toasted almond bitters.
Fill the shaker with ice and add the cold water.
Shake briefly until chilled.
Double strain over fresh ice in a highball glass.
Garnish with fresh blueberries or a lemon wheel.
Notes from the Bar
Vanilla Syrup
To make vanilla syrup, combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan. Heat gently, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Let cool completely before using.
If preferred, you can substitute a small smidge of vanilla bean paste in place of vanilla extract for a deeper vanilla flavor.
Bitters Option
Toasted almond bitters add a soft, nutty warmth that complements the blueberries beautifully. If you do not have them on hand, Angostura bitters are a great substitute. → Link to toasted almond bitters
Straining Tip
Double straining removes blueberry skins and pulp, creating a smoother, more refined sip while keeping the drink light and clean. → Link to our favorite strainer
Mocktail Note
This drink is fully non alcoholic. The bitters are used in very small amounts for flavor, but can be omitted if desired.
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Make It a Date Nite
This cocktail is part of something bigger for us. It's a ritual we return to week after week.
Each week, we create a Date Nite designed around one drink, one thoughtful menu, and the feeling of slowing down together. The kind of night where the table is set with intention, the music hums softly in the background, and the evening unfolds without rushing.
For this Date Nite, we’ve paired a cocktail with a cozy, make-ahead-friendly menu, so you can enjoy the process without spending the whole night in the kitchen. We also include little touches we love like timing notes, a head start option, and a playlist to set the mood. Feel to pair the meal with any of our cocktails.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence. And turning an ordinary night at home into something that feels quietly special.
Each Date Nite includes a curated menu, cocktail pairing and a playlist, as well as another thoughtful extras like make-ahead tips, leftover ideas or table talk prompts to carry the night.
Kevin & Kate
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