BLUEBERRY AND THYME COLLINS

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Blueberry and Thyme Collins image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     beverage

Time 2h4m

Yield 4 servings (2 2/3 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/3 cups apple-thyme simple syrup, recipe follows
1 cup gin (recommended: Bombay Sapphire)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
Ice
1/4 cup blueberry jam
Club soda, chilled
Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
20 (4-inch) long sprigs fresh thyme
1 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups 100 percent apple juice (recommended: Martinelli's)

Steps:

  • In a pitcher, combine the syrup, gin and lemon juice. Refrigerate for 2 hours. To serve, add ice and half of the gin mixture to a martini shaker. Add 2 tablespoons of blueberry jam. Shake well and pour into ice-filled Collins glasses. Add a splash of club soda and garnish with fresh thyme sprigs. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  • Gently crush the thyme sprigs and put them in a small saucepan. Add the sugar and apple juice. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool, about 30 minutes. Strain before using.

Ben Sergo
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I'm not sure I like the combination of blueberries and thyme in a cocktail, but it's definitely unique.


Sharon Damons
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This cocktail is really easy to make and it's perfect for a party.


Geoffrey Kenya
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cocktail didn't turn out as good as the picture. It was still tasty, though.


Sarah Meeks
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This cocktail is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still good.


Makula Annet
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I'm not a big fan of gin, but this cocktail is delicious! The blueberries and thyme really balance out the gin flavor.


Tiany Ase
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This is a really unique and flavorful cocktail. I'll definitely be making it again.


Samantha Pritula
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I love the color of this cocktail! It's so pretty.


Mian Xxhani
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This cocktail is so refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day.


muhammad butt
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I made this cocktail for my friends and they loved it! It's a great party drink.


Odette Umtesi
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This is a great cocktail for a brunch or baby shower.


Helen Koppie
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I was a little hesitant about the thyme in this cocktail, but it really works! It adds a subtle herbal flavor that complements the blueberries perfectly.


Nick willette
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This cocktail is easy to make and looks gorgeous! I'm definitely going to be making this again.


Ron Crouch
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I love the combination of blueberries and thyme in this cocktail. It's so refreshing and perfect for a summer party.


Tashkeel Gill
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This Blueberry and Thyme Collins is a refreshing and delicious summer cocktail! The blueberries and thyme add a unique and flavorful twist to the classic Collins recipe.