Best Blueberry Lemonade – Easy

Looking for a refreshing and delicious summer drink? This homemade blueberry lemonade is the perfect solution! Bursting with the sweet-tart flavor of fresh blueberries and zesty lemons, this vibrant beverage is not only a treat for the taste buds but also a visual delight. Ideal for hot summer days, family gatherings, or just a relaxing afternoon on the porch, this blueberry lemonade will quickly become a favorite. Plus, it’s easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

Ingredients and Substitutes for Blueberry Lemonade

• Blueberries: You can substitute with other berries like blackberries, raspberries, or strawberries for a different twist on the classic blueberry lemonade. Fresh or frozen berries work equally well.
• Sugar: If you prefer a healthier option, you can use maple syrup, agave syrup, or a natural sweetener like stevia. Adjust the amount to taste since these substitutes can vary in sweetness.
• Mint leaves: Basil or thyme can be used for a different herbal note. Alternatively, you can omit the herbs if you prefer a more straightforward fruit flavor.
• Lemon juice: While freshly squeezed lemon juice is best, bottled lemon juice can be used in a pinch. For a sweeter, less tart lemonade, consider using Meyer lemons.
• Water: For a fizzy variation, replace half of the cold water with sparkling water or club soda.

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Blueberry Lemonade

This is not your average lemonade. It's a blueberry lemonade that's absolutely delicious and will change your lemonade game! Make this to cool down on hot summer days and you will love it.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine Inter-continental

Servings 4

Calories 138 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• A pinch of salt optional
• 4-5 mint leaves
• Lemon zest from 1 lemon optional
• ⅔ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 4 cups cold water divided

Garnish (optional)

• Lemon slices and blueberries

Instructions

 

• In a saucepan, combine half the water, sugar, salt, lemon zest and mint leaves. Bring to a boil.
• Once boiling, turn off the heat and let it steep until it cools down.
• Pour the blueberries and steeped water into a blender. Blend on medium-high speed for about 1 minute, until the blueberries are completely pureed.
• Strain the blueberry puree through a fine mesh sieve (optional for a smoother texture).
• Mix the blueberry puree with lemon juice and the remaining 2 cups of water. Adjust water to taste. Stir well and chill. Serve over ice.

Nutrition

Calories: 138kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 1gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.04gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.03gSodium: 13mgPotassium: 93mgFiber: 2gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 76IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 0.3mg

Keyword blueberry drink, Blueberry lemonade, Cherry juice mocktail, lemonade

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