Legume Free Fresh Vanilla Berry Lemonade
This is the kind of drink that makes a whole afternoon feel like a special occasion. Fresh strawberries and blueberries get muddled right in the pitcher, releasing their juice and color into every sip, while real lemon juice keeps things bright and tangy. The vanilla simple syrup — made by steeping a split vanilla bean in warm maple syrup — adds a subtle floral sweetness that elevates this well beyond anything you'd pour from a bottle. It's naturally free of any bean or legume ingredients, so there's no need to scan labels or second-guess a thing. You can strain it smooth for a clean, jewel-toned glass or leave the berry pulp in for a more rustic, textured pour — both are gorgeous. A handful of ice and a sprig of fresh mint finish it off, making it just as impressive for a backyard gathering as it is for a quiet afternoon on the porch.
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4 servings
For the vanilla simple syrup
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup water
- 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise and seeds scraped
For the lemonade
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 6–7 lemons)
- 3 cups cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup, 1/2 cup water, vanilla bean seeds, and the scraped pod in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the maple syrup is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes, then remove from the heat and let the syrup steep for 20 minutes.
- 2
Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl or measuring cup, discarding the vanilla pod. Let the syrup cool to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
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