Blueberry Lemonade

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of blueberries
• ¾ cups of freshly squeezed lemon juice
• ½ cups of granulated sugar

Instructions:

Step 1-  To make the blueberry syrup, combine the sugar and 1 cup of water into a medium saucepan and warm on medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar has dissolved. Stir in the blueberries and bring to a boil; then reduce the heat and simmer until the blueberries have broken down, should be about 3-4 minutes. 

Step 2- Now strain blueberry mixture through a cheesecloth or a fine sieve; then let it cool.

Step 3- In a large pitcher, whist together the blueberry syrup, lemon juice and 5 cups of water. Place in the refrigerator until chilled.

Step 4- Can serve over ice and fresh blueberries, if desired.

Enjoy your refreshing beverage!

Lavender Lemonade

Ingredients:

• 6 cups of water, divided
• 1 cup of granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons of dried lavender
• ¾ cups of fresh lemon juice 

Instructions:

Step 1-  To begin, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Remove from heat and pour over sugar until it is fully dissolved.

Step 2- Next comes the lavender; stir in dried lavender buds and let it sit for about an hour. (or up to 2 hours, just for a stronger taste if you prefer.)

Step 3- Now combine lemon juice and the lavender syrup into a pitcher. 

Step 4- Add the remaining four cups of water and stir well.

*optional add some fresh mint and let it sit overnight for best results.

Step 5- Lastly be creative, add some garnish of lemon slices, lavender, and mint. 

Now you have a delightful freshly made pitcher of Lavender Lemonade made by you!