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Strawberry Basil Lemonade

Strawberry Basil Lemonade is a delightful beverage and a super refreshing recipe. Fresh basil and strawberries take it over the top!
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword basil, Beverage, Drinks, lemon, lemonade, simple syrup, Strawberries
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Servings 2 Liters
Author Amy Williams mynameissnickerdoodle.com
Cost $8

Ingredients

FOR SYRUP

  • 1 Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 Cups Water
  • 4 Cups Fresh Strawberries hulled and sliced (about 1 1/2 lbs)
  • 3/4 Cup Fresh Basil Leaves torn in half and tightly packed

FOR LEMONADE

  • 1 1/2 Cups Lemon Juice Freshly Squeezed (about 8-10 medium lemons)
  • 10 Cups Cold Water
  • 4 Cups Crushed Ice

Instructions

FOR SYRUP

  • In a medium pot bring sugar, water, strawberries and basil to a boil.
  • Turn down to a simmer and cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Take off the heat and allow to cool for 30 minutes.
  • Using a fine strainer, strain the syrup from the strawberries and basil.
  • In a large pitcher combine strawberry basil syrup, lemon juice and cold water until well mixed.
  • Pour in ice and chill until ready to serve.
  • Garnish glasses with strawberries and/or basil leaves.