Sparkling Blueberry Maple Lemonade
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Recipe type: Beverage
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Serves: 4
 
a refreshing summer drink - perfect for parties and BBQs.
Ingredients
  • 1 c. fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 3 T. fresh mint, crushed
  • 1-2 T. real maple syrup
  • 3 T. honey, preferably local
  • 3 c. water, divided
  • ½ c. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 c. club soda
  • Ice cubes, to serve
  • Optional Garnish:
  • Mint sprigs
  • Fresh blueberries
  • Lemon wedges
Instructions
  1. To prepare the blueberry maple simple syrup, combine the blueberries, mint, maple syrup, honey, and one quarter cup water in a small saucepan set over medium heat.
  2. Simmer until the mixture is heated through and starts to thicken, approximately 4-5 minutes. As the mixture simmers, gently press the blueberries with a wooden spoon to release juices while stirring to combine with the other ingredients.
  3. Remove from heat and pour through a fine mesh strainer to separate the solids. Reserve remaining liquid syrup and set aside to cool.
  4. Add lemon juice and remaining water to a large pitcher. Add blueberry maple simple syrup, to taste, and stir to combine.
  5. Fill 4 glasses with ice and fill each ⅔ full with the blueberry lemonade mixture. Top off each glass with some club soda and garnish with sprigs of fresh mint, blueberries, and/or lemon wedges, if desired. Enjoy!
Recipe by Mom Does Reviews at https://www.momdoesreviews.com/2019/05/27/sparkling-blueberry-maple-lemonade/