This Blueberry Lemonade recipe is the perfect healthy summer drink for berry lovers! It’s so easy to make with fresh fruit and no refined sugar!
Estimated reading time: 6 minutes
Summer weather is here and we love a refreshing drink that will quench your thirst AND be healthy at the same time! If you’re more into basic lemonade, then our Healthy 3-Ingredient Lemonade is for you. We like to mix it up a little bit with recipes like this Blueberry Lemonade, our Healthy Strawberry Lemonade, or even our favourite Healthy Cucumber Lemonade. If you’re a lemonade lover like us, you have come to the right place – we know you’re going to love this Blueberry Lemonade!
- It’s EASY to MAKE: Just a few simple ingredients and this lemonade is ready in 10 minutes!
- It’s HEALTHY: There is no refined sugar and its made with fresh lemons and blueberries which are rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
- It has NO REFINED SUGAR: Honey is a liquid sweetener so it dissolves easily in liquid and it adds a lot more flavour than sugar does. Because honey tastes sweeter than sugar, you’ll probably find yourself adding less honey than you would sugar to your lemonade, making each glass lower in calories.
Follow these tips to make this blueberry lemonade the best it can be!
The fresher the fruit, the better the flavour will be. Ripe and firm blueberries and lemons make the best and most flavourful drink.
Make sure to strain the blueberry concentrate with a fine mesh sieve to hold the pulp and seeds back from the beverage.
Adjust the amount of sweetener depending on your tastes. You want a balance of both the lemonade and the blueberry flavour.
The lemonade tastes best once it has chilled. Feel free to add in some frozen blueberries to help chill the lemonade.
Chill the lemonade in the fridge. If using ice, add it to individual glasses right before serving. This will keep the ice from diluting the lemonade.
If you are having issues while making this blueberry beverage, we recommend these solutions to fix them.
Make sure to strain the blueberry mixture through a fine mesh strainer to catch the pulp and seeds to give the lemonade a smooth texture.
Use fresh lemons, not bottled lemon juice or overripe lemons, to give the lemonade a refreshing flavour, not bitter. Also make sure to use fresh blueberries not over or under ripe berries. It will affect the flavour.
Make sure to adjust the taste as you go. Add the sweetener a little bit at a time to ensure you get the taste you want and that you don’t end up with too much sweetener (making the lemonade too sweet).
Adjust the sweetener to taste, so it’s not to sweet and not too tart.
To make this homemade blueberry lemonade recipe, you’ll need these kitchen items on hand (paid links):
You will need these ingredients to make this blueberry lemonade recipe (paid links):
- 5 lemons, juiced
- 1/3 cup honey or other vegan honey substitute
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 4 cups water (or 2 cups water and 2 cups sparkling water)
- fresh blueberries and fresh lemons, for garnish
- ice (optional)
Try these variations with this blueberry lemonade.
- Watermelon – Add a few chunks of watermelon into your lemonade mixture for a delicious and fruity blueberry watermelon lemonade.
- Raspberry – Drop a handful of ripe raspberries into your lemonade and give it a gentle stir. It will add a lot of colour and flavour!
- Pineapple – Add chunks of fresh pineapple to your lemonade for a tropical twist. The tropical sweetness of pineapple pairs beautifully with the tang of lemons!
- Mint – Infuse your lemonade with a handful of fresh mint leaves. The cool taste of mint adds a burst of freshness, making it a delicious choice for hot summer days.
Time needed: 10 minutes
Follow these simple steps to make this lemonade with blueberries!
- Add Ingredients to Blender.
Add the juice of the 5 lemons to your blender, along with the honey, fresh blueberries, and one cup of water (do not add sparkling water to the blender!).
- Blend Ingredients.
Blend on high speed until smooth.
- Strain the Blueberry Puree.
Pour the blueberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the pulp. Stir well.
- Combine.
Pour the mixture into a large pitcher. Add the remaining cups of cold water or sparking water.
- Garnish and Serve.
Top off with ice, a few fresh blueberries and lemon slices, and some sparkling water (if desired).
Can I make this lemonade ahead of time?
Yes, it can be made up to 2 days ahead of time and stored in the fridge until ready to serve.
What sweeteners can I use if I do not have honey on hand?
If you do not have honey you can also use maple syrup, stevia, or agave.
Can I use store bought lemonade instead of freshly squeezed lemons?
Yes, but just remember that store bought lemonade is already sweetened and won’t need additional sweetener.
Can I make this an adult-only beverage?
Yes, feel free to add an ounce of vodka, gin, or rum to individual glasses or add a cup into a pitcher.
Can I make lemonade without sugar?
Yes, you can make lemonade without sugar by using alternative sweeteners like honey, agave syrup, or stevia. These options provide sweetness without the refined sugar content. Adjust the amount of sweetener according to your taste preference.
How long does homemade lemonade last?
We recommend drinking this lemonade within one week, as long as it’s stored in the fridge in an airtight container.
We hope you love this healthy Blueberry Lemonade as much as we do! Let us know in the comments below, what’s your favourite lemonade flavour for summer? We’d love to know!
Looking for more summer inspired drinks? Try these!
- Raspberry Peach Green Tea Smoothie
- Healthy Cucumber Lemonade
- Watermelon Green Tea Refresher
- Green Apple Spinach Smoothie
- Strawberry Lemonade
- Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade (Copycat Recipe)
- Easy Healthy Raspberry Lemonade
- Healthy Lemonade
- Blackberry Kale Superfood Smoothie
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Blueberry Lemonade
Recipe: Equipment
Recipe: Ingredients
- 5 lemons, juiced
- 1/3 cup honey or other vegan honey substitute
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 4 cups water (or 2 cups water and 2 cups sparkling water)
- fresh blueberries and fresh lemons, for garnish
- ice (optional)
Recipe: Instructions
- Add the juice of the 5 lemons to your blender, along with the honey, fresh blueberries, and one cup of the water (do not add sparkling water to the blender!).
- Blend on high speed until smooth.
- Strain and pour into a pitcher, along with the rest of the water. Stir well.
- Top off with ice, a few fresh blueberries and lemon slices, and some sparkling water (if desired).
Recipe: Notes
Make-Ahead and Storage Instructions
This recipe can be made up to 2 days ahead of time and stored in the fridge until ready to serve.Recipe: Nutrition
Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated, using Spoonacular, for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.
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Great late morning refreshing drink. 🙂
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