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Blueberry Lemonade

???????? Refreshing homemade blueberry lemonade with a sweet-tart balance and vibrant color — perfect for summer days and backyard gatherings!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Beverage, Drinks, Summer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 4–5 lemons
  • 1/2 cup sugar or to taste
  • 4 cups cold water
  • Ice cubes for serving

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Blender
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Pitcher

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, sugar, and 1 cup water. Simmer for 5 minutes until blueberries burst and sugar dissolves.
  2. Transfer mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher.
  3. Add lemon juice and the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well.
  4. Serve over ice and garnish with extra blueberries or lemon slices. ????????

Notes

You can make the blueberry syrup ahead and store it in the fridge for up to 5 days. Adjust sugar to your taste for a sweeter or more tart lemonade.