Refreshing Spring Strawberry Basil Lemonade
A delightful and refreshing strawberry basil lemonade perfect for spring gatherings or a sunny afternoon. This drink combines the sweetness of strawberries with the aromatic flavor of fresh basil, creating a unique and tasty beverage.
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Ingredients
Yields 4 servings
- (1 cup) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- (1/2 cups) fresh basil leaves, packed
- (1 cup) granulated sugar
- (1 cup) fresh lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
- (4 cups) water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices and basil sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved to create a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool. Add 2/4 cup fresh basil leaves, packed and Lemon slices and basil sprigs for garnish.
- 2
In a blender, combine the sliced strawberries and 1/2 cup of fresh basil leaves. Blend until smooth, then strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove the pulp.
- 3
Add 1 cup of fresh lemon juice to the strawberry-basil mixture in the pitcher.
- 4
Pour in the cooled simple syrup and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- 5
Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar or water if desired.
- 6
Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- 7
Serve the lemonade over ice cubes, garnished with lemon slices and basil sprigs.
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