Description
Blueberry Lavender Lemonade is a refreshing summer drink that combines the sweetness of fresh blueberries with the aromatic essence of lavender, all balanced by tangy lemon juice. This delightful beverage not only quenches your thirst but also adds a touch of elegance to any gathering. Perfect for lazy afternoons or lively parties, it’s an enchanting twist on traditional lemonade that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons culinary lavender buds
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or honey, to taste)
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 4 cups filtered water
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine 4 cups of water, 1 cup of blueberries, and 2 tablespoons of lavender buds. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and let it bubble gently for about 10 minutes.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing down on solids to extract maximum flavor. Stir in 1 cup of sugar while still warm until dissolved.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice into a pitcher until you have about 1 cup. Mix it with the blueberry-lavender infusion and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving over ice, garnished with extra blueberries and lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Swap blueberries for raspberries or strawberries for a different flavor profile. Sweeten to taste with more honey or sugar based on preference. For fun presentation, freeze leftover lemonade in ice cube trays.