Blueberry Lemonade Concentrate
A delicious and refreshing blueberry lemonade concentrate that brings summer flavors to your beverage options. Perfect for gatherings or a warm day.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blueberries Use ripe and sweet blueberries for the best flavor.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice Approximately 4-6 lemons.
- 4 cups water Divided into 1 cup for boiling and 3 cups for mixing.
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest For added citrus flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a saucepan, combine blueberries and 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids.
- Add sugar, lemon juice, lemon zest, and remaining water to the strained liquid.
- Stir until sugar dissolves completely.
- Let the concentrate cool and store it in the refrigerator.
Serving
- To serve, mix the concentrate with water or soda in a 1:1 ratio for a refreshing drink.
- Garnish with extra blueberries or a slice of lemon if desired.
Notes
Store leftover concentrate in a sealed container in the refrigerator for about two weeks. For longer storage, freeze in an airtight container or ice cube trays. For deeper flavor, let the blueberry mixture sit after simmering.