Strawberry Basil Lemonade

s the weather warms up, if you are craving for something cold, bright, crisp and refreshing, this is the drink for you! Pretty, very girly - romantic and glamorous and a color that is to die for. This drink always leaves an impression. The fabulous flavor of fresh juicy strawberries riding over the base of refreshing citrusy lemons with a twist of basil infused syrup, this drink has the taste that you will want to remember and come back often to.

A wonderful thirst quencher on a hot summer day or any day for that matter. Strawberry lemonade makes for a delicious party drink or for just a casual get together.

Ingredients:

Lemon juice .................................... 1 cup about 5 to 7 lemons

Basil simple syrup .............................. 1 cup (recipe below)

Sparkling water ................................. 2 cups chilled

Ice ................................................ as needed

Strawberry ...................................... 2 cups hulled and halved

Lemon, Strawberry slices ..................... for garnish

For Basil Simple Syrup-

Basil ....................... 2 cups packed fresh, washed and stemmed

Sugar ...................... 3/4 cup

Water ..................... 1 cup 

Method:
1.In a saucepan combine basil, sugar and water. Simmer until the sugar is dissolved, 5-6 minutes. Cool, strain the syrup, and store in the refrigerator for at least an hour.

 2. Mix lemon juice, basil simple syrup and water together in a pitcher. Blend the strawberries and strain into the pitcher. Stir well. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Pour sparkling water.

3. Pour over ice filled glasses and garnish with lemon wedges/strawberry slices.ENJOY!
NOTES:
1. I love using sparkling water but you can substitute it with chilled regular water.
2. If you are in the mood, feel free to add some vodka, wine or rum.

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