Blueberry Lemonade

Source: Julie’s Eats & Treats

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Servings: 4

Total Time: 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups fresh blueberries
• ¾ cup sugar
• ⅔ cup lemon juice
• Peel from 1 lemon
• 4 cups cold water
• Ice, blueberries, and lemon slices for garnish

DIRECTIONS

• In a small saucepan, combine sugar, lemon peel, and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil until syrup is yellow, then remove from heat, discard the peel, and let cool.
• In a blender, puree the blueberries and 1 cup water. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve, if desired.
• In a pitcher, combine the puree with lemon juice, syrup, and remaining water. Taste and add more sugar or water, if desired. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
• Divide between glasses and garnish with blueberries and lemon slices.