Golden Hour Recipe
vodka, blackberry shrub, ginger, mint, lemon, topped with soda
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Mint and Ginger
In a cocktail shaker, place the fresh mint leaves and grated ginger. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press and twist the mint and ginger together. This releases the oils from the mint and the flavor from the ginger.
- 2
Add Liquids
Pour in the vodka, blackberry shrub, and fresh lemon juice into the shaker with the muddled mint and ginger.
- 3
Shake the Mixture
Fill the shaker with ice and secure the lid. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill the mixture and combine the flavors.
- 4
Strain into Glass
Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice to remove the mint and ginger pieces.
- 5
Top with Soda
Pour the soda water over the strained mixture to top off the drink. Stir gently to combine.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish the drink with a sprig of fresh mint and a slice of lemon if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!