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Use this puree in the Bitter Blueberry Collins.

1 pound blueberries
1 pound sugar
zest of 2 lemons
2 pinches salt

Heat in a pot on low heat until sugar is melted, then put into a blender and pass through a fine sieve. Store any extra puree in the refrigerator, and use within one week.

This recipe appeared in the Summer 2016 issue as part of a larger story on Summer cocktails.