1 C. sugar

1 C. lemon juice

1 tsp. grated lemon peel

1 C. blackberries

1 to 2 drops blue food coloring, optional

 

In a large saucepan, bring 2 C. water and sugar to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon peel and remaining water; cool slightly. In a blender, combine 1 C. of lemon mixture and the blackberries; cover and process until blended. Strain and discard seeds. Pour blackberry mixture and remaining lemon mixture into a pitcher; stir well. Add food coloring if desired. Refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice.

 

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