Blueberry-Basil Limeade

Name: Blueberry-Basil Limeade
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 - 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 c. sugar; 3 large sprigs fresh basil, plus leaves for garnish; 1 1/2 c. fresh lime juice (from about 12 limes); 1 6-ounce container blueberries

Cool down with this refreshing drink.

By Ree DrummondPublished: Apr 1, 2021

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Yields:

6 - 8 serving(s)

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Say hello to the prettiest summer drink!

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Ingredients

1 cup sugar
3 large sprigs fresh basil, plus leaves for garnish
1 1/2 cups fresh lime juice (from about 12 limes)
1 6-ounce container blueberries

Directions

1. Step 1Heat the sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved. Add 3 sprigs basil, remove from the heat and let steep 30 minutes. Strain into a pitcher, discarding the basil. Stir in the lime juice and 4 cups cold water; chill at least 4 hours or until ready to serve.
2. Step 2Add the blueberries to the pitcher. Pour into ice-filled glasses and garnish with basil leaves.

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