
Fresh blueberries and bright lemon juice come together in this gorgeous, jewel-toned drink that tastes like summer in a glass. Blending the fruit with cold water and a touch of maple syrup creates a naturally sweet base, while a pinch of salt quietly sharpens every sip. Straining the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a silky-smooth liquid that's refreshing without any of the pulpy texture you might get from a rushed smoothie. The maple syrup lets you dial the sweetness up or down to your liking, so it works just as well for kids as it does for adults who want something a little more tart. Every single ingredient here is clean and straightforward — no condiments, no hidden seasonings, nothing that could sneak in an allergen you're trying to avoid. Poured over ice with a few lemon slices floating on top, it looks like something you'd pay way too much for at a fancy café, but it comes together in minutes at home.
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Combine the blueberries, cold water, lemon juice, maple syrup, and salt in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a pitcher. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer, pressing gently on the solids with the back of a spoon until only dry pulp and skins remain. Discard the solids.
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