Blueberry Basil Lemonade
a deliciously fruity lemonade with a hint of basil to give it a great flavor, the gorgeous color is a bonus.
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup lemon juice for every medium/large lemon you'll get about 1/4 cup lemon juice the variety and size of the lemons used will yield different amounts of lemon juice
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup blueberries *heat them in the microwave for 15 seconds to heat and soften them they'll release more flavor and color.
- 4 fresh basil leaves
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Blend all the ingredients with an immersion blender (or blender) then strain it with a fine sieve, so any basil and blueberry pieces are removed.
- Pour over a glass of ice, top with some lemon slices, blueberries, and basil if desired.
- For a "Hard" lemonade add a shot or two of vodka or bourbon for a great cocktail, lighten it up with some seltzer.
- You can also add plain or lemon seltzer to this lemonade for a less sweet fizzy lemonade drink.