Cold Brew with Blueberry Simple Syrup

A refreshing cold brew coffee enhanced with a homemade blueberry simple syrup.

By @paytonross

Original recipe source

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup frozen wild blueberries
• 1 cup water
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 0 fine-mesh strainer
• 0 clean jar
• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

1. Add the frozen blueberries, water, and sugar to a small saucepan.
2. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8–10 minutes, until the blueberries soften and release their juices.
4. Gently press the blueberries with the back of a spoon to release more flavor.
5. Remove from heat and let sit for 5–10 minutes for a stronger blueberry flavor.
6. Pour through a fine-mesh strainer into a clean jar. Don’t press too hard if you want a smoother, clearer syrup.
7. Or skip this if you want your blueberries included.
8. Stir in the lemon juice and refrigerate.