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Blueberry Basil Lemonade

July 27, 2020 by Jessica Halverstadt 4 Comments

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This EVERYONE-approved lemonade is the perfect refreshing summer beverage; modestly sweetened with honey and flavored with fresh blueberries and a hint of basil.

Close-up top down shot of blueberry basil lemonade garnished with blueberries, basil, lemon slice, and a single purple flower.

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It’s been SO HOT the past week. It is July in Kansas after all. The heat of the sun is so intense it really makes you wonder if you could indeed fry an egg on the pavement. Anyone ever tried that?

With the heat comes an increase in water intake in attempt to stay adequately hydrated. I’d be lying if I said there was anything that went down better than water on a hot summer day.

BUT on occasion water just doesn’t do it. It’s rather plain ya know.

In comes lemonade, the second most refreshing kid-friendly summer beverage. See how I threw in the “kid-friendly” bit there? That’s because an ice-cold beer would actually be the runner up on my fave summer drinks list.

Anywho, this easy blueberry lemonade is sweetened with honey so it is not overwhelmingly sweet. This allows the natural flavor of the lemon, blueberries, and basil to shine.

This drink just screams summer. The combination is so incredibly refreshing and pleasing to the palate. It’s tart and slightly sweet with hints of herby goodness from the fresh basil.

Close-up shot of jar of blueberry basil lemonade with a second glass and purple flowers in background.

So what do you need to make this lemonade? ( + substitutions)

  • Honey: Could sub for white sugar.
  • Water: For the simple syrup and the lemonade.
  • Fresh blueberries: It’s blueberry season!!
  • Fresh basil
  • Lemon juice: Fresh squeezed is an absolute must for homemade lemonade.
Ingredients for lemonade on white surface.

How do you make blueberry basil lemonade? ( + tips)

Begin by adding one cup of water and the honey to a small saucepan, then bring it to a boil.

Add the blueberries and basil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for five minutes. The blueberries should have broken down by then.

Small saucepan with simmered blueberries, basil, honey, and water.

Using a fine sieve, strain the blueberries and basil, pressing down on the blueberries with a fork or your hands to release all the juices. Discard the blueberries and basil.

Top down shot of blueberry basil simple syrup in a clear bowl.

Place the blueberry basil simple syrup in the refrigerator or freezer until cool.

Once cool, fill a large pitcher with six cups of water and stir in the lemon juice and blueberry basil simple syrup.

Serve over ice and garnish with blueberries, lemon slices/wedges, and basil leaves if desired.

How to store

Refrigerate for up to one week.

Top down shot of two jars of blueberry basil lemonade, vase of purple flowers, a lemon, and scattered blueberries.
Top down shot of jar of blueberry basil lemonade garnished with lemon slice, blueberries, basil, and a single purple flower on a white surface with scattered blueberries, a lemon, and purple flowers.

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If you make this blueberry basil lemonade I’d love your feedback. Please leave a comment and/or a rating below as I greatly value your opinion. Or snap a pic and tag me on Instagram @taoofspiceblog. Love, light and happy cooking ya’ll ♥

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Close-up top down shot of blueberry basil lemonade garnished with blueberries, basil, lemon slice, and a single purple flower.

Blueberry Basil Lemonade

Yield: 2 quarts
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Additional Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

This kid-approved lemonade is the perfect refreshing summer beverage; modestly sweetened with honey and flavored with fresh blueberries and a hint of basil.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup honey 
  • 7 cups water, divided
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 2 packed tablespoons fresh basil
  • 1/2 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Place honey and one cup of water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
  2. Add the blueberries and basil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for five minutes.
  3. Using a fine sieve, strain the blueberries and basil, pressing down on the blueberries with a fork or your hands to release all the juices. Discard the blueberries and basil. Place the blueberry basil simple syrup in the refrigerator or freezer until cool.
  4. Once cool, fill a large pitcher with six cups of water and stir in the lemon juice and blueberry basil simple syrup.
  5. Serve over ice and garnish with blueberries, lemon slices/wedges, and basil leaves if desired.

Storage: Refrigerate lemonade for up to one week.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 8 ounces
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 143Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 10mgCarbohydrates: 39gFiber: 1gSugar: 37gProtein: 0g

The nutritional information provided is computer generated. It is only an estimate and intended for informational purposes only. Nutrition details may vary depending on various factors such as origin, freshness of ingredients, etc

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© Jessica Halverstadt
Cuisine: American / Category: Beverages

Filed Under: Beverages, Gluten-Free, Summer, Vegetarian Tagged With: dairy free, gluten free, vegetarian

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  1. hari

    July 28, 2020 at 4:35 AM

    wow! such a ripper of a summer drink!
    surely will try it.
    thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Jessica Halverstadt

      July 28, 2020 at 11:38 AM

      No, thank you! Hope you enjoy it! <3

      Reply
  2. Tiffany

    July 28, 2020 at 12:56 AM

    Definitely trying this. This looks delicious and refreshing!

    Reply
    • Jessica Halverstadt

      July 28, 2020 at 11:38 AM

      It is very refreshing!!!

      Reply

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