Blueberry Lemon Spritzer
cjRecipes.com4 cups water
1 cup honey
1 ginger root (approximately 4 inches long) thinly sliced (leave the skin).
1 bunch basil (approximately 15-20 leaves with stems) - save a few for garnish
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
4 cups water or sparkling water
TO MAKE ONE PORTION:
On low heat, simmer the water, honey, ginger and basil for about 5 to 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
Strain juice only into pitcher.
After straining base, immediately add blueberries while the mixture is still hot.
Bruise the berries with a spoon while stirring, allowing the mixture to steep. Cool the mixture.
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and water, then serve over ice. Garnish with a slice of lemon and basil leaves.
Makes 10 servings.
