Blueberry Basil Lemonade

Name: Blueberry Basil Lemonade
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: about 2 quarts (1.9 L); 8 glasses
Ingredients: 1.5 cups blueberries; 0.5 cup sugar; 0.5 cup water (120 ml); 6 basil leaves; 1 cup fresh lemon juice (240 ml); 4 cups cold water (960 ml); ice, basil and blueberries

A pitcher that makes people ask what is in it. Blueberries make a vivid violet syrup, basil brings a green freshness, and the lemon keeps it sharp. It is the drink for the guests who are driving.

about 2 quarts (1.9 L); 8 glassesYield

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What you'll need

1.5 cups blueberries
0.5 cup sugar
0.5 cup water (120 ml)
6 basil leaves
1 cup fresh lemon juice (240 ml)
4 cups cold water (960 ml)
ice, basil and blueberries

How to make it

Simmer the blueberries, sugar and water 8 minutes until they burst. Add the basil and steep 5 minutes.
Strain the syrup, pressing the fruit. Chill.
Stir the syrup, lemon juice and water in a pitcher and serve over ice.
Glass: Tumblers. Garnish: A basil leaf and a few blueberries.

Chef's secrets

Adjust the sweetness to the lemons.

Crush the basil leaves lightly to release oil.

Good to know

Make ahead

The syrup keeps for 5 days.