Blueberry Lemonade
A refreshing drink that combines the tartness of lemons with the sweet flavor of blueberries, perfect for summer gatherings or a relaxing day at home.
Ingredients
Blueberry Simple Syrup
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen) For adding flavor and sweetness
- ½ cup sugar Adjust based on taste preference
- 1 cup water For making the simple syrup
- Peels of 2-3 lemons lemon peels (optional) Enhances flavor of the syrup
Lemonade Base
- Juice of 4-5 lemons juice of 4-5 lemons About ¾ cup juice
- 4 cups water For mixing with syrup to make lemonade
- Mint, lemon peels, and slices, blueberries to taste mint, lemon peels, and slices, blueberries for garnish (optional) For serving presentation
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel and juice 4-5 lemons.
- In a saucepan, combine half the lemon peels, blueberries, sugar, and water. Heat until the sugar dissolves and the blueberries pop, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool for a few minutes.
- Strain the syrup using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove berries and lemon peels.
Mixing Lemonade
- Add the blueberry simple syrup to a large pitcher. Mix in 4 cups of cold water.
- Chill the mixture in the fridge.
Serving
- Serve Blueberry Lemonade in tall glasses over ice.
- Add optional garnishes like mint leaves, blueberries, and lemon slices.
Notes
Store leftover Blueberry Lemonade in the refrigerator in a sealed pitcher. Best consumed within 3-4 days. Stir if separation occurs. For a sparkling version, replace some water with club soda or tonic water.