Cucumber, Soju, and Blueberry Shrub Cocktail

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Low Fod Map
Health score
83%
Cucumber, Soju, and Blueberry Shrub Cocktail
10 min.
4
230kcal

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Looking for a refreshing drink that will elevate your gatherings and tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than this Cucumber, Soju, and Blueberry Shrub Cocktail! This vibrant and visually appealing cocktail is not only a feast for the eyes but also a healthful delight, boasting an impressive health score of 83. Perfect for those who follow vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free lifestyles, this cocktail can cater to a variety of dietary preferences while ensuring everyone enjoys its delicious flavors.

Imagine sipping on a cool beverage that combines the crispness of fresh cucumber sticks, the sweet-tartness of luscious blueberries, and the smooth, clean essence of chilled soju. The unique shrub base, made from blueberries, sugar, and unseasoned rice vinegar, adds a delightful tang that perfectly balances the drink. The recipe is quick and easy to whip up, taking just 10 minutes to prepare. Make it ahead of time, as the shrub can be stored in your fridge for up to a week—perfect for spontaneous get-togethers!

Serve this cocktail in tall glasses filled with ice, garnished with refreshing cucumber, and watch your friends' faces light up as they take their first sip. Whether it's a summer barbecue, a cozy night in, or a celebratory toast, the Cucumber, Soju, and Blueberry Shrub Cocktail is sure to impress. Cheers to good health and even better company!

Ingredients

  • cup blueberries 
  • 12  cucumber sticks english ( 3 in. long)
  • 500 ml japanese shochu chilled
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup unseasoned rice vinegar 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Make blueberry shrub: Bring vinegar, sugar, and 1/2 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Stir in berries.
  2. Let cool, then chill airtight at least 4 hours and up to 1 week.
  3. Fill 4 tall glasses one-third full with ice; arrange cucumber sticks in them.
  4. Pour 1/2 cup soju into each, followed by 1/3 cup shrub (liquid and fruit). Taste, then add more shrub and a splash of club soda if you like.
  5. *A liquor traditionally made from rice, soju can also be distilled from wheat, barley, tapioca, and sweet potatoes. The Japanese style is generally smooth, clean, and subtle; the Korean tends to have a fuller, stronger flavor. Find it at well-stocked grocery stores and liquor stores.

Nutrition Facts

Calories230kcal
Protein11.22%
Fat4.37%
Carbs84.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.02
Glycemic Load
10.52
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
25.802608676579%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.13mg
Petunidin
11.67mg
Delphinidin
13.11mg
Malvidin
25.01mg
Peonidin
7.51mg
Catechin
1.96mg
Epigallocatechin
0.24mg
Epicatechin
0.23mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
1.78mg
Myricetin
0.48mg
Quercetin
3.2mg
Gallocatechin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:229.58kcal
11.48%
Fat:1.28g
1.96%
Saturated Fat:0.34g
2.15%
Carbohydrates:55.49g
18.5%
Net Carbohydrates:46.98g
17.08%
Sugar:31.2g
34.66%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:28.81mg
1.25%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.37g
14.75%
Vitamin K:233.49µg
222.37%
Potassium:2152.06mg
61.49%
Manganese:1.02mg
50.98%
Vitamin C:38.79mg
47.02%
Magnesium:140.63mg
35.16%
Fiber:8.51g
34.05%
Folate:120.22µg
30.06%
Phosphorus:283.58mg
28.36%
Vitamin B5:2.74mg
27.39%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.12%
Copper:0.48mg
23.97%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.46%
Vitamin A:1041.23IU
20.82%
Calcium:178.55mg
17.86%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.11%
Iron:3.01mg
16.72%
Zinc:1.99mg
13.25%
Vitamin E:1.36mg
9.04%
Vitamin B3:1.54mg
7.68%
Selenium:4.14µg
5.92%
Source:My Recipes