Refreshing Sparkling Strawberry Basil Lemonade Mocktail
A bright, crisp, and herbal sparkling strawberry basil lemonade mocktail that’s easy to make and perfect for summer refreshment without the heaviness of sugary sodas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced (about 150g)
- 10–12 fresh basil leaves
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (from 2 large lemons, about 80 ml)
- 1/4 cup simple syrup (60 ml), adjust sweetness to taste
- 3 cups sparkling water (720 ml), chilled
- Ice cubes for serving
- Optional: lemon slices for garnish
- Optional: strawberry slices for garnish
- Optional: a sprig of basil for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse strawberries and basil leaves under cold water. Hull and slice strawberries into halves or quarters. Pat basil leaves dry.
- In a pitcher, add sliced strawberries and basil leaves. Gently muddle with a muddler or wooden spoon to release juices and oils without pulverizing.
- Add fresh lemon juice and simple syrup to the pitcher. Stir gently to combine.
- Optional: Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Fill the pitcher halfway with ice cubes. Pour in sparkling water and stir gently to mix. Adjust sweetness if needed by adding more simple syrup or lemon juice.
- Pour into chilled tall glasses, including some muddled fruit. Garnish with lemon slices, strawberry slices, and a sprig of basil.
Notes
Avoid over-muddling basil to prevent bitterness. Use fresh lemon juice for best brightness. Chill ingredients beforehand for a crisp drink. Stir gently after adding sparkling water to preserve bubbles. Prepare mixture ahead but add sparkling water and ice just before serving to keep fizz.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz (240 ml) per se
- Calories: 6080
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
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