Blueberry Basil Lemonade
This Blueberry Basil Lemonade is a vibrant, hand-juiced summer pitcher drink that works beautifully as a mocktail or cocktail. Fresh lemon, blueberry basil syrup, and a whole lot of sunshine.
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Servings Drinks
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 6–8 lemons
- 3 cups cold water
- ¾ cup blueberry basil simple syrup recipe below
- Ice
- Garnish: fresh blueberries basil leaves
Blueberry Basil Syrup
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 1 small handful of basil leaves
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, stir together lemon juice, cold water, and syrup.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more syrup if needed.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour to serve.
- Garnish each glass with blueberries and basil.
- Option to add spirit of choice to each glass: vodka, tequila, or even gin!
Blueberry Basil Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients over medium heat.
- Simmer for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until berries begin to burst.
- Remove from heat and let steep 10 minutes.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve and chill until ready to use.