Picking huckleberries also only occurs during a very short window of time in mid-July. Too early in the month and they aren't ripe enough. Too late in the month and they are shriveled up from the heat. Also, did I mention that huckleberries only grow in the wild??? Yep. They are a very tricky berry! Why do they have to taste so good!?!?
Picking huckleberries is also a local obsession over on the western side Montana. People find sacred hidden patches and won't tell anyone where they are. Finders keepers! It's taken until about 2 years ago for my family to finally find our hidden patch, and we aren't telling anyone! And for those who chose to not pick their own berries have to pay $40-50 for a 1 pound bag of berries at Farmer's Markets.
Huckleberries are gold!
So when it's not the summer months and huckleberries aren't available in the mountains or markets, I like to enjoy my favorite cocktail of all time...
Huckleberry Fizz Cocktail
{1 Serving}
-8 oz Lemon-Lime Soda (Sprite)
-1-1/2 oz 44 North Mountain Huckleberry Vodka
-Ice Cubes
-Optional: Fresh Huckleberries (garnish)
Combine all the ingredients into a tall drinking glass and enjoy!
Please drink responsibly and don't drink & drive!
The Girly Girl Cooks has no connection or endorsement from 44 North Vodka. I just like the stuff and wanted to share this tasty drink! Cheers!!!
The Girly Girl Cooks has no connection or endorsement from 44 North Vodka. I just like the stuff and wanted to share this tasty drink! Cheers!!!
Sounds so delicious! I love fizzy cocktails, they feel a bit extra special!
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