Stupendously refreshing, this drink will hit the spot in any setting.

Yield: 8–10 servings

Ingredients:

1 cup frozen blueberries, defrosted

5 cups cold water, divided

1 cup sugar

1 cup boiling water

1 cup fresh lemon juice or juice of 2–3 lemons

Mint leaves

Ice cubes

Directions:

Place blueberries and ¼ cup water into a blender and blend until smooth. Strain and discard pieces.

Dissolve sugar in boiling water and mix well. Pour into a large pitcher with a sealable lid. Add lemon juice, remaining cold water, blueberry puree, and mint leaves.

Shake well and serve with ice cubes.