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Fresh Strawberry Basil Lemonade

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A vibrant, tangy, and herbaceous strawberry basil lemonade that is quick and easy to make, perfect for warm-weather gatherings and refreshing anytime.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 10 to 12 fresh basil leaves, washed and roughly torn
  • 5 to 6 medium-sized lemons, juiced (approximately 1 cup or 240 ml lemon juice)
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar, or to taste
  • 4 cups (960 ml) cold water, preferably filtered
  • Ice cubes, as needed for serving
  • Optional: sparkling water to replace some or all cold water
  • Optional: a few mint leaves for a refreshing twist

Instructions

  1. Rinse, hull, and halve 1 pound (450 g) of fresh strawberries. Place half in a blender and puree until smooth, about 30 seconds. Set aside.
  2. In a large pitcher, add the torn basil leaves and the other half of the strawberries. Use a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon to gently bruise them for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and juicy, but do not pulverize.
  3. Pour in 1 cup (240 ml) of freshly squeezed lemon juice and ¾ cup (150 g) of granulated sugar. Stir vigorously until the sugar dissolves completely, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in 4 cups (960 ml) of cold water and the strawberry puree. Stir everything together thoroughly. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as desired. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors marry.
  5. Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled lemonade over, and garnish with a sprig of fresh basil or a strawberry slice. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not over-muddle basil to avoid bitterness. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Puree half the strawberries for smooth texture while leaving some chunks. Dissolve sugar completely by stirring well; warming lemon juice slightly can help. Taste and adjust sugar or lemon juice before chilling. For seedless lemonade, strain before chilling. Stir occasionally while chilling to distribute basil flavor evenly.

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