Strawberry Basil Lemonade Drink (Printable)

A refreshing strawberry basil lemonade perfect for summer parties.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Fruit & Herbs

01 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 cup fresh basil leaves, plus extra for garnish
03 - 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)

→ Sweetener

04 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar (or honey/agave for vegan variation)

→ Water

05 - 5 cups cold water
06 - 1 cup ice cubes, plus more for serving

→ Garnish

07 - Strawberry slices
08 - Lemon slices
09 - Fresh basil sprigs

# Directions:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water and sugar. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar dissolves to make a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
02 - In a blender, combine strawberries, basil leaves, and the cooled simple syrup. Blend until smooth.
03 - Strain the strawberry-basil mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing to extract as much juice as possible.
04 - Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and 4 cups cold water to the pitcher. Stir well to combine.
05 - Add ice cubes and stir again. Taste and adjust sweetness or lemon to preference. Serve in glasses filled with additional ice, and garnish with strawberry slices, lemon slices, and basil sprigs as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This lemonade not only looks stunning, but it also surprises your taste buds with a unique flavor combo.
  • It’s incredibly easy to make, perfect for those who want a refreshing drink without a fuss.
02 -
  • Remember that not all strawberries are created equal; choose the sweetest and ripest for the best result!
  • If you want a bubbly version, go for half soda water and half cold water to add a fun sparkle.
03 -
  • Let your lemonade chill for a bit before serving; the flavors meld beautifully over time.
  • A sprinkle of sea salt in the lemonade can highlight the sweetness of the strawberries.
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