Blueberry Shrub

Directions

1. 1
   Combine blueberries and sugar in a saucepan with 1/3 cup water.
2. 2
   Cook at a low simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until blueberries are very soft.
3. 3
   Strain juice through a fine sieve into a pitcher (or using a funnel, into a clean, empty wine bottle).
4. 4
   Press gently with the back of a spoon to release all juice from berries.
5. 5
   (If desired, pass juice through a cheesecloth to remove seeds.)
6. 6
   Add brandy to pitcher or bottle, and refrigerate.
7. 7
   Shrub will keep for several weeks.
8. 8
   To serve, fill a tall glass with ice.
9. 9
   Then fill it halfway with cold water or sparkling water.
10. 10
    Top off glass with shrub, and garnish with a mint sprig and a lemon wedge.