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Refreshing Strawberry Basil Lemonade

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A crisp, tangy homemade summer drink blending fresh strawberries, basil, and lemon for a refreshing and layered flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 15–20 fresh basil leaves
  • 4 large fresh lemons, juiced (about 1 cup lemon juice)
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 cups cold water
  • Ice cubes, for serving
  • Optional: sparkling water to top off for a fizzy twist

Instructions

  1. Rinse and hull about 2 cups of fresh strawberries. Slice them roughly. Rinse 15-20 basil leaves and pat dry.
  2. In a large pitcher, add the sliced strawberries and basil leaves. Use a muddler or wooden spoon to gently press and crush them, releasing juices and basil oils without pulverizing into a paste.
  3. Roll lemons on the counter to loosen juice. Cut in half and juice until you have about 1 cup (240 ml) of fresh lemon juice. Remove seeds.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1/2 cup water. Heat gently, stirring until sugar dissolves completely. Let it cool slightly.
  5. Pour lemon juice and simple syrup over the muddled strawberries and basil in the pitcher. Add 4 cups cold water and stir well. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or lemon juice if needed.
  6. Optional: Pour lemonade through a fine mesh strainer into another pitcher or bowl to remove solids for a smoother drink.
  7. Add plenty of ice cubes to the pitcher or individual glasses. For a fizzy version, top off with sparkling water just before serving. Garnish with extra basil leaves or a lemon slice.

Notes

If fresh strawberries are out of season, frozen berries work well—just thaw before muddling. For a lower-sugar option, swap sugar with honey or agave syrup, adjusting to taste. Gently muddle basil to avoid bitterness. Lemonade tastes best chilled and can be made a day ahead for deeper flavor. Use sparkling water for a fizzy twist.

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