Lemon Basil Mocktail

Looking for a refreshing drink that still has a touch of sophistication? This lemon basil mocktail is perfect for you. Made with fresh lemons, basil and seltzer water, this is easy to make, and the bright flavors are perfect for summer.

Plus, it's a great way to use up any extra basil from your garden. Give it a try today and then check out all the other delicious Fresh Non-Alcoholic Drinks available for you here!

Summer means cookouts, pool parties, and drinks on the patio. If you're looking for something refreshing and light, but don't want to drink alcohol, a lemon basil mocktail is the perfect drink for you!

This drink can be customized to your liking. Want it sweeter? Add more sugar or maybe a little honey. Prefer it tart? Use more lemons or maybe a few slices of lime.

Stop by your local grocery store or farmers market and pick up some fresh basil leaves to complete this tasty drink! If you want to try growing your own basil, read my post on Tips for Growing Basil in your Garden.

Table of Contents

• Making Simple Syrup
• How to make Flavored Water
• Helpful Kitchen Tools
• Main Ingredients Needed
• Step-by-Step Instructions
• Recipe Variations
• Storage Tips

Looking for more Mocktail Summer Recipes? Try my Lemon Flavored Water, Basil Sparkling Water and my Lemon Basil Mint Spritzer.

Making Simple Syrup

Simple syrup is a sugar syrup that is used in a variety of drinks and desserts. For this recipe, I used purchased simple syrup. However, I have made it! It's incredibly easy to make. It is made by dissolving sugar in water, and it can be flavored with a variety of ingredients such as vanilla, lemon, or mint.

My Basil Sparkling Water Recipe uses a simple syrup that is flavored with basil leaves. It is so delicious!

Simple syrup is also used to sweeten tea, coffee, and cocktails. In addition to its uses in beverages, simple syrup can also be used to make frosting, glazes, and fillings for cakes and other desserts. It can also be used to preserve fruit and prevent icing from running off of cakes.

As you can see, simple syrup has a variety of uses beyond just sweetening drinks. So next time you need a little extra sweetness in your life, reach for some simple syrup.

How to make Flavored Water

Making flavored water at home is a great way to stay hydrated without resorting to sugary sodas or artificial juices. The best part is that there are endless flavor combinations to explore, limited only by your imagination.

To get started, simply add your desired fruits, vegetables, and herbs to a pitcher of water and let the mixture steep overnight in the fridge. In the morning, you'll have a refreshing and healthy beverage that's perfect for sipping throughout the day.

If you find that your flavoring is too weak, simply add more of your chosen ingredients. And if you don't have time to let the mixture steep overnight, you can still enjoy flavorful water by adding fresh ingredients to your glass or bottle and letting them infuse for at least 30 minutes.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

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Main Ingredients Needed

This is an overview of the ingredients and instructions. Be sure to see the recipe card below for exact quantities, detailed instructions and special notes.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1 | Combine the Ingredients

• In a cocktail shaker, add 1 lemon slice, a basil leaf and 1 teaspoon of simple syrup.

Step 2 | Muddle the Ingredients

• Using the muddle or the back of a spoon, crush everything together to release the scent of the basil.

Quick Tip: If you don't have a muddler, make sure you tear or cut the basil leaves. You can also use the back of a spoon. It helps to release the flavor of the basil into the simple syrup.

Step 3 | Add the Seltzer Water

• Pour in the seltzer water.
• Shake the container well.

Step 4 | Serving Tips

• Add ice to a tall glass.
• Pour the mocktail over the ice.
• Garnish with more lemon slices and a few basil leaves.

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Recipe Variations

Here are a few ideas on how you could make this recipe your own and change a few ingredients to suit what you and your family like best:

• You can add different fruit like strawberries, cherries, blueberries or pineapple.
• Try different herbs like fresh rosemary, mint or thyme.
• And if you wanted to try this recipe with alcohol, try vodka. Make sure you label the beverage that there's alcohol, so little ones don't get into any alcoholic beverages when serving.

Storage Tips

• Store the lemon basil mocktail in the refrigerator.
• But keep in mind, that when you add citrus fruits to any mocktail or nfused water recipe, you should drink it the day you make it. The rind from any citrus can make the water bitter.
• A fun way to store leftover beverages is to freeze any leftovers in ice cube trays! Pop them out and store in a plastic bag to use the next time you prepare a fun drink.

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