Blueberry Lemonade
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Posted: 03/25/23
Updated: 07/28/23
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This Homemade Blueberry Lemonade is made with an easy blueberry syrup. It’s so refreshing, sweet and tangy. Grab a big mug on a hot summer day. It’s the perfect way to cool down this summer, plus it’s only three ingredients!
This blueberry lemonade is so easy that it only requires a few ingredients Toss them in a blender, squeeze some lemon juice, add some water viola you are on your way to enjoying a cold glass of it!
This lemonade is the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and it is loaded with fresh blueberries.
It’s great for the kiddos, but if you want a spiked lemonade you might like Pink Moscato Lemonade, too! And if you need more non-alcoholic fun drinks, check out my recipe for Italian Soda.
The adults and kids in my family all loved this lemonade. This recipe will be my go-to this Spring and Summer, and I hope it will be yours too.
Ingredients for Blueberry Lemonade
I love making homemade lemonade because it allows me to control the quality and quantity of ingredients.
- Fresh blueberries
- Granulated sugar
- Lemons
- Cold water
How to Make Blueberry Lemonade
This is so simply that you’ll be enjoying a big glass of Blueberry Lemonade in no time!
Make Blueberry Puree
- First you just dump the blueberries, sugar and 1 cup of water in a blender. Blend this on medium-high speed for about 1 minute or until the blueberries are pureed.
- Next you want to strain the blueberry puree through a fine mesh sieve if you don’t want the small pieces of blueberry in your lemonade. If you don’t mind them skip this step!
Combine Ingredients
- Pour the blueberry puree in a pitcher and add the lemon juice, stir. Then add the remaining 3 cups of water and you are done!
- Stir, chill and serve this blueberry lemonade over ice on a hot summer day!
Variations
- Strawberries can be swapped for blueberries to make Strawberry Lemonade
- Blackberries swapped for the blueberries would be delicious!
- Taste as you go, you can always add more sugar, lemon juice, or water to make this lemonade exactly how you want it.
- Swap the sugar for honey.
- Add a bit of vodka to the mixture to for a spiked lemonade.
Pro Tips!
- You will want to make sure you have a blender to make this lemonade. My favorite blender is this one, but if you are on more of a budget this one is great too!
- I like to serve this in mason jars filled with ice and garnished with lemon slices and blueberries. You could even use frozen blueberries to keep it extra cold.
- Straining the blueberry puree is optional. You can see fleck of blueberries in these photos because I didn’t strain it. It will give you more nutrients and antioxidants if you leave them in, but for a less cloudy final result you can strain it.
- Did you know if you microwave lemons they are easier to squeeze? Just warm them up for a few seconds or make sure they are room temperature.
More Blueberry Recipes
- Light, refreshing Blueberry Sangria is perfect for adults to relax with! So easy to make.
- Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Crescent Rolls are the perfect sweet treat for breakfast or dessert.
- Make a cup of coffee, invite a few friends and enjoy a piece of Fresh Blueberry Coffee Cake with them!
Did you make this? If you snap a photo, please be sure tag me on Instagram at @julieseatsandtreats or #julieseatsandtreats so I can see your yummy treat!
Blueberry Lemonade
This Homemade Blueberry Lemonade is made with an easy blueberry syrup. It’s so refreshing, sweet and tangy. Grab a big mug on a hot summer day. It’s the perfect way to cool down this summer!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ⅔ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 cups cold water divided
- Lemon slices and blueberries to garnish if desired
Instructions
- Place the blueberries, sugar and 1 cup water in a blender. Blend on medium-high speed for about 1 minute, until the blueberries are completely pureed. Strain the blueberry puree through a fine mesh sieve (or skip this step if you don’t mind small pieces of blueberry in your lemonade).
- Combine the blueberry puree with lemon juice and the remaining 3 cups of water. Add more water, if desired. Stir well, and chill. Serve over ice.
Tips
VARIATIONS
- Strawberries can be swapped for blueberries to make Strawberry Lemonade
- Blackberries swapped for the blueberries would be delicious!
- Taste as you go, you can always add more sugar, lemon juice, or water to make this lemonade exactly how you want it.
- Swap the sugar for honey.
- Add a bit of vodka to the mixture to for a spiked lemonade.
- You will want to make sure you have a blender to make this lemonade. My favorite blender is this one, but if you are on more of a budget this one is great too!
- I like to serve this in mason jars filled with ice and garnished with lemon slices and blueberries. You could even use frozen blueberries to keep it extra cold.
- Straining the blueberry puree is optional. You can see fleck of blueberries in these photos because I didn’t strain it. It will give you more nutrients and antioxidants if you leave them in, but for a less cloudy final result you can strain it.
- Did you know if you microwave lemons they are easier to squeeze? Just warm them up for a few seconds or make sure they are room temperature.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 196kcal (10%), Carbohydrates: 51g (17%), Sodium: 1mg, Potassium: 98mg (3%), Fiber: 1g (4%), Sugar: 45g (50%), Vitamin A: 40IU (1%), Vitamin C: 22.9mg (28%), Calcium: 4mg, Iron: 0.2mg (1%)
cathy says
Can this recipe be canned
Julie Evink says
It’s not tested to be safe for canning.
Devon says
This came out so good! It’s simple and comes together quickly. I’ll have to try making it with another fruit next time!
Sarah Hill says
I’m so happy you enjoyed this! Thanks for commenting and rating this recipe!
Lele says
How many blueberries do you need. I have 3lbs of it.
Courtney says
2 cups!
Camden says
This looks soooo good! My friends and I have been bringing more mocktails to our get-togethers, I think I’ll make some of this the next time we meet up. Thank you for sharing!
Courtney says
Enjoy!
Debbie says
This blueberry lemonade is simply fantastic. It tastes amazing and looks beautiful in the glasses.
Courtney says
So refreshing!
Brittany says
Both my mother and grandmother have multiple blueberry bushes so we always have blueberries on hand. I’ve never had blueberry lemonade before, but what a great way to use up blueberries when it’s time to harvest!
Kristen says
Making Blueberry Lemonade is a great way to sneak in added nutrition and antioxidants into your kiddo’s diet (and your own, ha!). It’s also a fun way to switch up lemonade so that you don’t tire of it. Can’t wait to try this!
Alyssa says
I love flavored lemonade. I can’t wait to make this blueberry lemonade. I think my boys will love this too!
Courtney says
Love it!
Jen says
We made this tonight! It was great! We made the following changes: added the juice of 1 lime in addition to the lemon juice called for in the recipe. Added an extra cup of water (total of 5 cups) and did not strain the blueberries.
How long can this be stored in the fridge?
Amaya says
Delicious. Tasted refreshing for summer. One thing I would do different next time I make it, is to use the sugar to make a simple syrup and stir it in the pitcher with the already blended blueberries. Because I used stevia and blended it along with the blueberries my puree turned into a giant goop. It still tasted good but the texture was not right. So 5 stars due to user mistake.
Courtney says
Interesting to hear! Thank you for sharing your experience. So glad you still enjoyed the recipe!
Salena says
Made this today. On thing I did different was add more blueberries, maybe a half cup more. Absolutely delicious!
Julie Evink says
Sounds fabulous!!
Percy says
How many servings does this make?
Julie Evink says
About 4
Dianne Rinaldi says
This is delicious! A little tip I learned a few years ago, will help to give you a really delicious Lemonade. Use a peeler and peel your lemons put them in a pot along with a simple syrup mixture (you determine how sweet you want it) usually equal parts sugar and water. (I use 3/4 cup sugar to 1 cup of water. I make extra so that I get the most out of the peels) give it a quick boil until the syrup is a vibrant yellow. Mix that with your water and lemon juice and blueberries. Garnish the same as you suggested and enjoy, quite yummy.
The remaining syrup can be kept in the fridge for your next batch.
Julie Evink says
Awesome tip! Sounds amazing!