Blackberry Lemonade

==Ingredients==
*4 cups water, divided
*1 cup sugar
*1 cup lemon juice
*1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
*1 cup blackberries
*1 to 2 drops blue food coloring, optional
==Instructions==
*In a large saucepan, bring 2 cups water and sugar to a boil. Boil for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice, zest and remaining water; cool slightly.
*In a blender, combine 1 cup 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 in chilled glasses over ice.
Category:Water Recipes
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