Raspberry Basil Lemonade
Cool off with this refreshing and sweetly tart drink. Perfect for summer days spent by the pool!
Ingredients
Raspberry Basil Lemonade
- 2 cups frozen berries preferably raspberries, plus more for serving
- 1 cup water
- 4 cups lemonade
- 10 leaves fresh basil plus more for serving*
Lemonade
- 1 cup simple syrup 1 cup sugar dissolved with 1 cup water
- 3 cups cold water
- 1 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed or a storebought brand
Instructions
Lemonade
- Combine all ingredients in a pitcher and chill.
Raspberry Basil Lemonade
- In a small saucepan, combine the raspberries and water over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally for 10 to 15 minutes, just until the berries completely break down.
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the seeds (it can be helpful to press the purée with a spatula to extract as much juice as you can!). Chill until cool.
- To make the lemonade, combine ¼ cup raspberry juice with the basil in a pitcher; use the end of a wooden spoon to muddle for 30 to 60 seconds. Add the remaining raspberry juice and lemonade. Pour over ice and garnish, if you’d like, with frozen raspberries and/or fresh basil.
Notes
*Substitute: mint or thyme
Nutrition
Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Sodium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g
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