Black Pepper Free Vegan Blueberry Lemonade with Fresh Mint
This vibrant blueberry lemonade is the kind of drink that looks like it came from a fancy café but comes together with just a handful of fresh, wholesome ingredients. A homemade blueberry-mint syrup forms the heart of the recipe — blueberries and sugar simmer together until the berries burst and release their deep, jewel-toned color, then fresh mint steeps in the warm syrup until everything smells absolutely incredible. Strained smooth and stirred together with bright, freshly squeezed lemon juice, the result is a drink that's tart, floral, and just sweet enough. Choosing sparkling water instead of still gives it a lively, effervescent lift that makes it feel even more special. Since every component is made from scratch, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden spice blends sneaking in unwanted heat — this is clean, refreshing, and completely in your control. Poured over ice and finished with a sprig of mint and a lemon slice, it's as beautiful to look at as it is to drink.
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4 servings
For the blueberry-mint syrup
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- 8 fresh mint leaves, plus more for serving
For the lemonade
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 5–6 lemons)
- 3 cups cold water or sparkling water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the blueberries, sugar, and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries burst and the sugar dissolves completely, about 5–7 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat and add the 8 mint leaves. Let the mixture steep for 15 minutes, until the syrup is deeply colored and fragrant.
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