Sunkist Blueberry Lemon Spritzer Recipe

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Best with Sunkist® Lemons
 
Prep Time - 15 Minutes
Serves:
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Ingredients:

  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup honey
  • 1 unit ginger root, approximately 4”, thinly sliced (leave the skin)
  • 1 unit bunch basil, approximately 15-20 leaves with stems (save a few for garnish)
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup fresh-squeezed Sunkist® lemon juice
  • 4 cups water or sparkling water

Instructions: (Makes 10 servings)

  • On low heat, simmer the water, honey, ginger and basil for about 5 to 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
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  • Strain juice only into pitcher.
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  • After straining base, immediately add blueberries while the mixture is still hot.
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  • Bruise the berries with a spoon while stirring, allowing the mixture to steep. Cool the mixture
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  • Add the freshly-squeezed Sunkist lemon juice and water and serve over ice.
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  • Garnish with a slice of Sunkist lemon and basil leaves.
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