Description
Fresh blueberries and strawberries are pureed with sugar and combined with fresh squeezed lemon juice for a refreshingly tart chiller. It’s the perfect beverage for a balmy summer evening with friends. Garnish with a fresh strawberry, lemon slices or a sprig of mint.
Ingredients
- 8 whole Strawberries, Washed And Hulled
- ½ cups Blueberries, Washed
- 1-¼ cup Sugar, Divided
- 2 pounds Lemons
- 5 cups Water
Preparation
In a food processor, pulse the strawberries and blueberries until pureed. Add 1/4 cup sugar and pulse once more. Halve and juice the lemons. Be sure to discard the lemon seeds but save the pulp.
In a pitcher, combine the water with the juice of the lemons. Add the berry puree. Stir, and add the remaining sugar. Add more or less sugar to taste. Optional: add lemon slices or fresh berries.
Refrigerate and serve over ice.
