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Spiked Blueberry Switchel Spritzer

Published: Sep 11, 2018 · Modified: Apr 25, 2024 by Tristin Rieken · 3 Comments

Spiked Blueberry Switchel Spritzer is a refreshing, fruity and fizzy way to get your drinking vinegar fix! Spiced rum pairs perfectly with the warm ginger and bright blueberry flavors, but leave it out and this delicious switchel cocktail becomes an equally invigorating mocktail! 

Blueberry switchel drink on ice in a tall glass garnished with fresh blueberries.
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  • What is switchel?
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What is switchel?

Switchel is an apple cider drink that tastes similar to kombucha or ginger beer. Tangy and tart with a deep flavor while being super refreshing.

But, unlike kombucha and ginger beer switchel isn’t fermented. So no live bacteria, no fizz, and no waiting for weeks to drink the rewards of your labor.

Iced blueberry switchel drink with fresh berries and bottled switchel.

It’s simply a drinking vinegar. Very similar to the more-concentrated shrub, with an interesting sweet and sour flavor that is super addicting and perfect as a cocktail mixer!

Served hot, over ice, mixed with club soda, or into a switchel cocktail, it’s refreshing any time of day!

My personal favorite way to get my switchel fix is of the spiked and sparkly variety, of course. And this blueberry switchel spritzer has it all!  Refreshing, fruity and fizzy! The spiced rum pair perfectly with warmth of the ginger and backed with a little sweetness and fresh fruit flavors. It’s a great cocktail any time of year but especially perfection to help transition into fall.

Where to get Switchel?

People have been making their own switchel for what has been debated to be as long as centuries.  And you can too! Simply mix apple cider vinegar, ginger, a sweetener of some kind, and water.

Some recipes call for simmering or juicing the ginger to extract more flavor. While others simply put it all in the jar, give it a shake and let it chill in the refrigerator overnight. Some use honey, some maple syrup and some even call for molasses. Really, it seems that although there may be better ways to do it. There is no right way.

If you’d rather not play around with making your own switchel, you can now buy bottled switchel. Check the refrigerated juices section of your local market. Or, find locally made switchel at farmers markets and specialty shops.

Ingredients

  • Rum
  • Switchel
  • Soda
Ingredients for blueberry switchel drink and the blueberry drink.

Step by step instructions

A few seconds are all you need to be on your way to sipping this refreshing spritz!

  1. Simply pour spiced rum over ice. I always like to pour my drinks on the low end of the alcohol scale so I can enjoy more of them 😉 but you can customize the quantity of liquor to your own liking.
  2. Add a generous amount of switchel and top with club soda.
  3. Optional add a squeeze of lemon or lime and a sprig of fresh mint and fresh blueberries.
  4. Enjoy!

Customize it!

  • Ginger switchel is great for colds served hot with honey, lemon, cayenne and tumeric!
  • Replace water with switchel when diluting concentrated iced tea. Like the quick iced tea method I shared whem making Iced Blackberry Earl Grey Tea.
  • Add a squeeze of citrus – lemon, lime, or even orange!
  • Mix up a switchel cocktail with any flavor switchel. Plain ginger is great by itself, topped with club soda, or mixed with run!

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Blueberry switchel drink on ice in a tall glass garnished with fresh blueberries.

Spiked Blueberry Switchel Spritzer

Spiked Blueberry Switchel Spritzer is a refreshing, fruity and fizzy way to get your drinking vinegar fix! Spiced rum pairs perfectly with the warm ginger and bright blueberry flavors, but leave it and this delicious switchel cocktail becomes an equally invigorating mocktail!
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Cook Time: 1 minute minute
Total Time: 1 minute minute
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 89kcal
Author: Tristin Rieken

Ingredients

  • 1 ounce spiced rum
  • 4 ounces blueberry switchel
  • 2 ounces club soda

Instructions

  • Fill a tall glass with ice.
  • Pour rum over ice.
  • Add blueberry switchel, or substitute kombucha or juice with a splash of apple cider vinegar.
  • Top with club soda.

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Notes

Optional: serve with a squeeze of lime and a sprig of fresh mint.

Nutrition

Calories: 89kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 82mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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Nutrition Facts
Spiked Blueberry Switchel Spritzer
Amount Per Serving
Calories 89
% Daily Value*
Sodium 17mg1%
Potassium 82mg2%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Iron 0.2mg1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Love, Tristin

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Spiked Blueberry Switchel Spritzer is a refreshing, fruity and fizzy way to get your drinking vinegar fix! Spiced rum pairs perfectly with the warm ginger and bright blueberry flavors, but leave it and this delicious switchel cocktail becomes an equally invigorating mocktail! What is switchel | switchel cocktail | switchel with alcohol | blueberry switchel | vinegar drinks | 3 ingredients or less #cocktail #mocktail #rum #vinegar #blueberry 

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