Description
Discover the best flavor of Blueberry Lemonade Fizz with this step-by-step recipe. This easy-to-make drink will refresh you on any day!
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup water (for syrup)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for syrup)
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (from 3–4 lemons)
- 2–3 cups sparkling water or club soda
- Ice cubes
- Optional garnishes: fresh mint, lemon slices, extra blueberries
Instructions
- Prepare the blueberry syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup blueberries, 1/2 cup water, and 1/2 cup sugar. Simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until blueberries burst and sugar dissolves. Mash lightly, then cool completely. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a jar, pressing solids.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice: Squeeze about 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice, removing any seeds.
- Combine syrup and lemon juice: In a pitcher, combine the cooled blueberry syrup and lemon juice. Stir well.
- Add sparkling water and ice: Fill individual glasses with ice. Pour 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the blueberry lemonade base into each glass. Top with sparkling water. Stir gently.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with mint, lemon slices, and fresh blueberries. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 7 mins