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Refreshing Sparkling Blueberry Lemonade Large Batch Recipe

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A bright, tangy, and sweet sparkling blueberry lemonade perfect for parties and large gatherings. This easy recipe combines fresh blueberry syrup with lemon juice and sparkling water for a refreshing summer drink.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (300 grams) fresh blueberries, washed
  • 4 large lemons (about 1 cup or 240 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice)
  • 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (240 ml) water
  • 4 cups (960 ml) sparkling water, chilled
  • Ice cubes, as needed
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • Optional: lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the Blueberry Syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups fresh blueberries, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 cup water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes until blueberries burst and syrup thickens.
  2. Strain the Syrup: Remove from heat and pour mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl or large measuring cup. Press berries gently with a spoon to extract syrup. Discard solids. Let syrup cool to room temperature (about 15 minutes).
  3. Juice the Lemons: While syrup cools, juice 4 large lemons to yield about 1 cup lemon juice. Strain to remove seeds and pulp if desired.
  4. Combine Syrup and Lemon Juice: In a large pitcher or beverage dispenser, mix cooled blueberry syrup with lemon juice. Stir well.
  5. Add Sparkling Water: Just before serving, stir in 4 cups chilled sparkling water to maintain fizz.
  6. Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour lemonade over ice, and garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices if desired.

Notes

Simmer blueberries gently to avoid bitterness. Strain syrup well for a smooth drink. Add sparkling water only before serving to keep fizz. Syrup and lemon juice mixture can be refrigerated up to 3 days; add sparkling water just before serving. Adjust sweetness by adding more sugar or honey if needed.

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Keywords: blueberry lemonade, sparkling lemonade, summer drink, party drink, refreshing beverage, blueberry syrup, lemon drink

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