Fourth of July Eton Mess

Place strawberries and 1 tablespoon sugar and water in bowl; set aside for 10 minutes to macerate. Transfer to small saucepan and bring to boil. Lower heat and simmer until mixture becomes jam-like, about 10 to 12 minutes. Set aside to cool to room temperature, about an hour. Place blueberries and 1 tablespoon sugar and water in small saucepan and bring to boil. Lower heat and simmer until mixture is reduced by half, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside to cool to room temperature, about an hour. To make whipped cream: Place heavy cream in chilled bowl and beat until soft peaks form. Gradually add in sugar and beat until well combined and medium stiff peaks from. To assemble: Layer glass with whipped cream, strawberry and blueberry syrup and crushed meringue.