Absolut Wild Berri Vodkarita
Fruity, fresh summer flavors.
Written by: Scott vAn Dort
Our Absolut Wild Berri Vodkarita takes our twist on the classic Margarita – the Vodkarita – and twists it one step further. It perfectly balances Absolut Wild Berri Vodka with fresh berries and citrus, and tops things off with a salt rim – a must-have on any cocktail paying homage to the iconic Margarita.
This vibrant cocktail is simple to make and easy to scale up for party pitchers while maintaining the delicate mix of flavors. “The art of balancing a drink has long been forgotten in my opinion”, says Rico Dynan, Bartender and Absolut Global Brand Ambassador. “This is the perfect way to prove to your friends you know how to balance”.
Learn how to make the Absolut Wild Berri Vodka cocktail below. It only takes a few minutes, and all you’ll need is a handful of classic cocktail ingredients.
Ingredients
- 45 ml Absolut Wild Berri
- 25 ml Lime Juice
- 20 ml Simple Syrup
- 15 ml Orange Curaçao
- 2 Blackberries
- 2 Ice Cubes
- Kosher Salt
What You’ll Need
- Blender
- Paring Knife
- Sieve (or Fine Mesh sSrainer)
- Mixing Glass (or Pitcher)
- Citrus Press
- Jigger (or other measuring instrument)
- Rocks Glass
How to Mix
- Use a jigger to measure out 25 ml of lime juice, then add it into the blender.
- Measure and add 20 ml of simple syrup.
- Measure and add 15 ml of orange curaçao.
- Measure and add 45 ml of Absolut Wild Berri.
- Add 2 ice cubes.
- Blend quickly on high until liquified.
- Add ice to your pitcher jug, then use the sieve to strain the mixture into the pitcher.
- To serve, rub the rim of a glass with lime juice, then dip it into the salt.
- Finally, add ice, pour in the cocktail, and garnish with a lime wheel.
Add a Twist
- There are all sorts of ways to spruce up your Wild Berri Vodkarita. Here’s a few ideas:
For a tropical twist, try using Absolut Passionfruit, and use fresh fruits like mango and pineapple. And like Rico says, don’t forget the balance – some citrus here will make all the difference and add a subtle kick.
- Then, there’s plenty of scope for herbal notes. Thyme adds a welcome depth and earthiness to darker fruits, so add a sprig to your shaker or stir in a simple thyme syrup. Sub out the blackberries for blueberries for a subtle floral edge.
- For a sweeter option, switch Absolut Wild Berri for Absolut Vanilia. Shake with egg white or Aquafaba to take things away from Margaritaville and closer to a classic sour.
Common questions
Still looking for tips and inspiration for Absolut Wild Berri Vodkarita? We’ll leave you with these common questions.
Absolut Wild Berri is full of sweet summer fruit flavors, so it’s a good idea to balance it out with a bit of citrus. Try mixing it with lemonade or lime soda and garnishing it with a lemon or lime wedge and a few mixed berries.
Absolut Wild Berri is a mix of berry flavors, and the star of the show – rich blackberry – is a treat for the nose and the tastebuds. There’s also a wild strawberry sweetness to the profile.
You can use almost any flavored vodka to make your twist on a vodkarita. Just make sure that you’re adapting other ingredients like the fruits and garnishes used to suit your chosen flavor. For example, if you opt for Absolut Mandrin, orange, lemon, and ginger are excellent complementary flavors.
“This is how to make a group serve – no shaking. You can do this at home – all you need is a blender. ”
Ricardo 'Rico' Dynan, Absolut Global Brand Ambassador