Xanthan Gum Free Blueberry Lavender Lemonade

This floral, fruit-forward lemonade is the kind of drink that makes a regular afternoon feel like a special occasion. The combination of fresh blueberry purée and a honey-lavender syrup creates layers of flavor that are bright, lightly sweet, and just a little unexpected. Because everything here is made from scratch — real lemons, fresh berries, dried culinary lavender, and honey — there are no thickeners, stabilizers, or additives to worry about, which is exactly what makes it a great fit for anyone avoiding xanthan gum. Many store-bought lemonades and flavored drink mixes sneak in gums and gels to improve texture, but this one gets its gorgeous body naturally from the blueberry purée and the richness of honey syrup. The process is simple: steep, strain, blend, and stir — no special equipment beyond a blender and a fine-mesh strainer. You can easily tweak the balance of tart and sweet right before serving, making it as punchy or as mellow as you like. Pile the glasses high with ice, drop in a few fresh blueberries and a sprig of lavender, and it looks almost too pretty to drink — almost.

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