Blueberry Basil Lemonade
A refreshing and naturally sweet Blueberry Basil Lemonade that perfectly blends fresh blueberries, aromatic basil, and tangy lemons for a revitalizing summer drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Drink
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes, for serving
- Extra basil leaves and blueberries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the blueberries, basil leaves, lemon juice, and sugar. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove seeds and pulp.
- Add the cold water to the pitcher and stir well to combine.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more sugar or lemon juice.
- Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve over ice cubes and garnish with fresh basil leaves and blueberries if desired.
Notes
For an adult version, add a splash of gin or vodka for a delightful cocktail twist.