Approximate values estimated by AI
Strawberry Basil Lemonade
70% authentic · Fusion
An elevated strawberry lemonade with the aromatic, slightly peppery notes of fresh basil, offering a sophisticated twist.
Ingredients
- Fresh strawberries2 cups, hulled and sliced
- Fresh basil leaves1/2 cup, packed
- Fresh lemon juice1 cup
- Granulated sugar3/4 cup
- Water4 cups
- Ice cubesfor serving
- Basil sprigsfor garnish
- Lemon slicesfor garnish
Steps
- 1
In a small saucepan, combine sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved to make a simple syrup. Let cool.
- 2
In a blender, combine the sliced strawberries, fresh basil leaves, and 1/2 cup of the cooled simple syrup. Blend until smooth.
- 3
Strain the strawberry-basil mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard solids.
- 4
Add the remaining 3 cups of water and the fresh lemon juice to the pitcher. Stir well.
- 5
Taste and add more simple syrup if desired for sweetness. Chill thoroughly.
- 6
Serve over ice, garnished with fresh basil sprigs and lemon slices.
Rate this recipe
Choose 1 to 5 stars. Each recipe can be rated once.
No ratings yet.
