Blueberry Basil Lemonade
This Blueberry Basil Lemonade tastes and smells like summer! It’s bright and refreshing with tart lemon, sweet blueberries, and a hint of earthy basil. Enjoy this as is – or add a splash of vodka for a fun summer cocktail!
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 18 large fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups cold sparkling water or additional water if you don’t want it sparkling
Instructions
- Place the water, sugar, and blueberries in a medium saucepan set over medium to medium-high heat. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for 5 minutes, or until the sugar has dissolved and the blueberries have burst. Mash the blueberries a bit, to release more flavor and color.
- Remove saucepan from heat and stir in the basil. Cover with a lid and steep for 20 minutes.
- Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve, pressing on the solids a bit to release more flavor and color. Discard solids.
- Add blueberry syrup, lemon juice, and sparkling water to a pitcher. Stir to combine.
- Enjoy this lemonade over ice, garnished with lemon, blueberries, and/or basil leaves.
Notes
Store this lemonade covered in the fridge for up to 3 days. If not serving right away, wait to add the sparkling water until right before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Serving: 1 Calories: 150kcal Carbohydrates: 39g Sodium: 14mg Fiber: 1g Sugar: 36g
Nutrition Information:
Serving: 1 Calories: 150kcal Carbohydrates: 39g Sodium: 14mg Fiber: 1g Sugar: 36g