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Basil Sparkling Water

Made with an easy simple syrup and lemon slices, Basil Sparkling Water is the perfect pick-me-up on a hot summer day or all year round!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Basil Sparkling Water
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 130kcal
Author: Lois

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Simple Syrup

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 bunch of fresh basil leaves

For the Basil Sparkling Water

  • 2 cups lemon seltzer
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • 3 tablespoons simple syrup

For Garnish

  • Lemon slices
  • Fresh blueberries
  • Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

How to make Basil Simple Syrup

  • Add the water and sugar to a small saucepan.
  • Bring it to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes or until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Removed the water/sugar mixture from heat.
  • Add the fresh basil.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Allow the mixture to sit for about an hour to cool.
  • Then pour the basil and simple syrup combination into a metal mesh strainer over a mason jar.
  • Place the jar in the refrigerator for another hour or even overnight to completely cool.

How to Prepare the Sparkling Water

  • Add the lemon sparkling water to a tall pitcher.
  • Then slice the lemon and add the slices to the pitcher as well.
  • Add two tablespoons of the basil simple syrup to the sparkling water.
  • Stir to combine.

How to Serve

  • Pour into a glass that's been filled with ice cubes.
  • Garnish with lemon slices, blueberries and fresh basil leaves.

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Notes

  • Fresh basil gives the drink its best herbal flavor; dried won’t work. Tear or cut leaves to release their natural oils.
  • Fully dissolve sugar while simmering to avoid any grainy texture in the syrup.
  • Strain out basil leaves with a fine mesh strainer for a smooth, clear syrup.
  • Let the syrup cool completely before adding sparkling water to keep ice from melting too fast. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 30g