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Chill out with this blue twist on a cool mint classic

BLUEBERRY MOJITOS

INGREDIENTS

1 cup fresh mint leaves

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1 teaspoon sugar

4 tablespoons blueberries, fresh or frozen (divided)

1/2 to 3/4 cup lemonade Splash of soda water

1 ounce light rum

1/2 ounce dark rum

Mint sprig for garnish

Lime slice for garnish

DIRECTIONS

In a tall 16-ounce glass, add mint leaves, lime juice and sugar; mash the ingredients with the back of a spoon or a "muddler" until fragrant. Add 2 tablespoons of the blueberries and mash until juicy.

Fill the glass three-quarters with ice. Add lemonade until the glass is two-thirds full. Add splash of soda, light rum and remaining blueberries; stir.

Slowly pour dark rum into the drink so it floats on top.

Garnish with a sprig of mint and slice of lime; serve immediately. Serves 1

RECIPE PROVIDED BY THE BC BLUEBERRY COUNCIL