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A detailed, photorealistic illustration of a vibrant, naturally pink blueberry lavender lemonade drink, featuring fresh lemons, wild blueberries, and delicate floral lavender notes. The drink is presented in a minimalist highball glass on a honed white marble surface, with key ingredients like lemon wedges and lavender sprigs arranged around the glass. with a black board and hand written Blueberry Lavender Lemonade Recipe

Blueberry Lavender Lemonade

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This recipe guides you through creating a beautifully infused syrup and a perfectly balanced lemonade that is sweet, tart, and delicately floral.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Beverage, Drinks
Cuisine American, American / Modern
Servings 6

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Fine-mesh sieve or strainer
  • Large pitcher
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons
  • Lemon juicer

Ingredients
  

  • For the Blueberry Lavender Simple Syrup makes ~2 cups:
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Blueberries fresh or frozen
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Culinary Lavender
  • For the Lemonade Assembly:
  • 1.5 cups Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice from about 6-8 lemons
  • 4-6 cups Cold Water still or sparkling, to taste
  • Ice for serving
  • Garnish optional: Lemon wheels, fresh blueberries, fresh lavender sprigs

Instructions
 

  • Part 1: Make the Blueberry Lavender Syrup
  • Simmer Berries: In the medium saucepan, combine the sugar, 1 cup of water, and the blueberries. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes as the blueberries burst.
  • Steep Lavender (Crucial Step): Remove the saucepan from the heat. Immediately stir in the dried culinary lavender.
  • Infuse: Cover the pot and let the lavender steep for 15-20 minutes. Do not steep for longer to avoid a bitter or "soapy" taste.
  • Strain: Pour the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a jar or bowl. Gently press the solids with a spoon to extract all the liquid. Discard the solids.
  • Chill Completely: Let the syrup cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until completely cold (at least 1-2 hours).
  • Part 2: Assemble the Lemonade
  • Combine: In a large pitcher, stir together the completely chilled blueberry lavender syrup and the freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  • Dilute: Pour in 4 cups of cold water (or sparkling water). Stir well.
  • Taste and Adjust: Taste the lemonade. If it's too strong, add more cold water (up to 2 more cups) until it reaches your desired strength.
  • Serve: Fill glasses with plenty of ice. Pour the lemonade over the ice. Garnish with a lemon wheel, a few blueberries, and a lavender sprig if desired.

Notes

Quick Tips for Success
Use Culinary Lavender Only: This is essential for both safety and taste.
Don't Over-Steep: The 15-20 minute steeping time for the lavender is the key to a delicate floral note, not a soapy one.
Fresh Lemon Juice is a Must: It makes all the difference in the final taste.
Chill Everything: For the most refreshing lemonade, ensure your syrup, lemon juice, and water are all thoroughly chilled before mixing.
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