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Blueberry Lemon Sparkler: Refreshing Drink Recipe to Try

A refreshing drink made with blueberries and lemon, perfect for hot days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice about 2-3 lemons
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Sparkling water or club soda
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon slices and fresh blueberries for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and water. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Once the mixture starts to simmer, reduce the heat to low and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries have burst and the mixture thickens slightly.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
  4. Once cooled, strain the blueberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing down on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
  5. To serve, fill a glass with ice cubes, pour in 1/4 cup of the blueberry lemon syrup, and top with sparkling water or club soda. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh blueberries. Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gSugar: 20g

Notes

  • For a sweeter drink, adjust the amount of sugar in the syrup to taste.
  • You can also add a splash of gin or vodka for an adult version.
  • For a refreshing twist, try substituting the blueberries with raspberries or strawberries.

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