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Blueberry lemonade
Simmered blueberries make a syrup that turns lemonade a gorgeous purple.
- 20 min active
- Serves 12
- Lemonades & citrus coolers
- Kid-friendly
Instructions
- Make syrup. Simmer blueberries, sugar, and water for 10 minutes, mashing the berries. Strain and cool.
- Mix. Combine the syrup, lemon juice, and cold water.
- Serve. Pour over ice and garnish with a few whole blueberries.
Hosting tip: For a red, white, and blue party, layer this over plain lemonade in clear cups.
Make it ahead
Make up to 3 days ahead and refrigerate. Add ice only when serving.
Great for
Serve it at kids' parties. Planning the whole drink table? See how to set up a mocktail bar, and use the party calculator to figure out how much to make.
What you'll need
- 2-gallon drink dispenserHolds a full batch
- Citrus juicerSaves your hands when juicing a dozen lemons
- Mason jar glassesClassic for lemonade
- Reusable strawsWashable and party colors
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Questions
How many lemons or limes do I need?
One lemon gives about 3 tablespoons of juice and one lime about 2 tablespoons. Buy a few extra, since fruit varies.
Can I make it for more people?
Yes. Use the servings button next to the ingredients. Every amount updates automatically, from 1 glass up to 200.
