Strawberry Basil Lemonade Pitcher (Printable view)

Juicy strawberries, fragrant basil, and zesty lemon combined for a fresh, cooling summer beverage.

# What You Need:

→ Fruits

01 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (approximately 4-5 lemons)

→ Sweetener

03 - 1/3 cup honey or agave syrup, adjusted to taste

→ Herbs

04 - 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, plus extra for garnish

→ Liquids

05 - 4 cups cold water
06 - 1 cup club soda or sparkling water, optional for carbonation
07 - Ice cubes as needed

# How To Make:

01 - Combine strawberries, basil leaves, lemon juice, and honey or agave in a blender. Process until smooth.
02 - Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing gently to remove pulp and seeds.
03 - Pour cold water into the pitcher with strained mixture and stir thoroughly to combine.
04 - Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or acidity by adding additional honey, agave, or lemon juice as desired.
05 - Add ice cubes and club soda or sparkling water immediately before serving for effervescence.
06 - Pour into glasses and garnish each serving with fresh basil leaves and sliced strawberries.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: It takes only 15 minutes to prepare from start to finish.
  • Fresh Flavors: Uses real fruit and fresh herbs for a sophisticated taste.
  • Dietary Friendly: Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free, with a simple swap to make it fully vegan.
02 -
  • Make Ahead: You can prepare the base up to 1 day in advance; just remember to add the sparkling water and ice right before serving.
  • Citrus Tip: Use a citrus juicer to maximize the juice yield from your lemons.
  • Allergy Note: If using honey, remember it is not suitable for children under 1 year old.
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