Blueberry-Thyme Lemonade

Name: Blueberry-Thyme Lemonade
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 c. fresh lemon juice; 1 c. sugar; 1 c. fresh blueberries; 2 thyme sprigs, plus more for garnish

Fresh blueberries and thyme transform classic lemonade into a delightful spring sipper.

By Lindsay MaitlandPublished: Jun 17, 2026

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Two drinks with ice in woven holders on a tray, accompanied by blueberries and a striped cloth.

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Yields:

8 serving(s)

Prep Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 5 mins

Classic lemonade gets a seasonal upgrade with fresh blueberries, making the most of berry season. Whether you’ve got bountiful blueberry bushes, a haul from a U-pick farm, or just enjoy picking up a fresh basket of berries from the grocery store, this refreshing beverage is a delightful treat for spring parties and all kinds of warm weather occasions.

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Ingredients

1 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup sugar
1 cup fresh blueberries
2 thyme sprigs, plus more for garnish

Directions

1. Step 1Combine lemon juice, sugar, blueberries, and thyme in a mason jar. Mash with a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon until blueberries are broken down. Tightly screw on the lid and shake until the sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute. Let sit 1 hour.
2. Step 2Pour sugar mixture into a large pitcher. Top with 6 cups water and ice. Serve garnished with thyme sprigs.

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