Basil lemonade is not basic. It’s the drink that makes people ask for the recipe, then have no idea why they can’t replicate it at home. Spoiler: you actually bruised the basil.
Quick answer: This herbaceous basil lemon lemonade infuses fresh basil with tart lemon juice and cool water for a sophisticated twist on classic lemonade. Ready in 10 minutes, makes a pitcher for easy sharing.
In a pitcher, gently bruise the basil leaves by pressing them against the bottom with a wooden spoon to release oils without shredding them.
Add the lemon juice, simple syrup, and water to the pitcher with the basil, then stir well.
Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes so the basil flavor fully infuses into the lemonade.
Strain out the basil leaves, pour into serving glasses filled with ice, and garnish each glass with a lemon wheel and fresh basil sprig.
Yes, use about 3/8 cup of honey, though it will add a subtle floral note and take a moment to dissolve in the lemonade.
Thai basil works wonderfully for a different flavor profile. Skip dried basil as it becomes gritty and loses its delicate character.
Up to 3 days stored in a sealed pitcher, though the basil flavor fades after the first day. Strain out basil after a few hours for best results.
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