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blueberry lemonade recipe

Blueberry Lemonade

The Crispy Chef
A refreshing and visually stunning blueberry lemonade that combines the sweet-tart flavor of blueberries and lemons. Perfect for hot days, gatherings, or as a mixer for cocktails. Easy to make and adjust to your taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 130 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Large pitcher
  • Spoon for stirring

Ingredients
  

For the Blueberry Syrup:

  • 2 cups fresh blueberries frozen work too
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

For the Lemonade:

  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 6-8 lemons
  • 4-5 cups cold water
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh blueberries and lemon slices for garnish

Instructions
 

Make the Blueberry Syrup:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine blueberries, sugar, water, and lemon zest. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, until the berries burst and release their color. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes. Strain through a fine mesh strainer, pressing the berries to extract all the juice. Let the syrup cool completely.

Prepare the Lemonade Base:

  • Juice the lemons and strain out the seeds and pulp. In a large pitcher, combine lemon juice with 4 cups of cold water. Taste and adjust with more water if it's too strong.

Combine Everything:

  • Add the cooled blueberry syrup to the lemonade base and stir until well mixed. Taste and adjust with more water or lemon juice as needed. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Serve:

  • Fill glasses with ice, pour the blueberry lemonade over the ice, and garnish with fresh blueberries and lemon slices. Serve immediately.

Notes

You can adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar or honey if desired.
The color of the lemonade will deepen as it sits in the fridge.
For a fizzy version, substitute half the water with sparkling water or club soda.

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 33gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 2gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword blueberry lemonade, blueberry syrup, cocktail mixer, homemade lemonade, refreshing drinks, refreshing summer drinks
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