Blueberry Lemonade
User Reviews
5
39 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Cuisine
American, International
Blueberry Lemonade
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Blueberry Lemonade blends fresh lemon juice with a homemade blueberry simple syrup made by simmering blueberries and sugar. Straining the mixture creates a smooth syrup that is combined with water and chilled for a refreshing, naturally sweetened drink featuring the bright flavor of blueberries and citrus.
Description
This Blueberry Lemonade starts by simmering granulated sugar with water to dissolve the sugar, then adding fresh blueberries to gently boil and release their juices. After the blueberries soften, the mixture is strained to produce a clear, flavored simple syrup. This syrup is combined with freshly squeezed lemon juice and additional water to balance the tartness and sweetness, creating a refreshing beverage.
The lemonade is served chilled over ice, with the option to garnish with extra blueberries for visual appeal and added flavor bursts. The process allows control over sweetness and intensity, and using fresh lemon juice provides a bright citrus note complementing the blueberry sweetness.
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Ingredients
- ½ cup granulated sugar Imperial Sugar brand, extra fine
- 1 cup blueberries
- ¾ cup lemon juice freshly squeezed
Instructions
- To make the blueberry simple syrup, combine sugar and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Stir in blueberries and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until blueberries have broken down, about 3-4 minutes.
- Strain blueberry mixture through a cheesecloth or fine sieve; let cool.
- In a large pitcher, whisk together blueberry simple syrup, lemon juice and 5 cups water. Place in the refrigerator until chilled.
- Serve over ice and blueberries, if desired.
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