Indulge in the refreshing and fruity taste of homemade Blueberry Soda. This easy recipe combines sweet blueberry syrup with sparkling water for a delightful beverage that’s perfect for any occasion.
Author:Sarah
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:25 minutes
Yield:Makes about 1 cup of syrup
Category:Beverage
Method:Boiling, Mixing
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Blueberry Syrup:
1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup water
1 tablespoon lemon juice (fresh is best)
Serving:
Chilled sparkling water or club soda, to serve
Ice, for serving
Optional garnishes: lemon slices, mint sprigs, extra blueberries
Instructions
Prepare Blueberry Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the blueberries, sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10–12 minutes until thickened.
Strain the Syrup: Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer, pressing to extract syrup.
Cool and Store: Let the syrup cool, then refrigerate in a jar until ready to use.
Serve: Fill a glass with ice, add blueberry syrup, and top with sparkling water. Stir gently.
Notes
You can adjust the sweetness of the syrup to suit your taste.
Experiment with different garnishes like fresh mint or a twist of lemon.