Easy Strawberry Basil Lemonade with Simply Lemonade

What Is Strawberry Basil Lemonade?

It’s exactly what it sounds like: cool, refreshing lemonade mixed with the classic summer combination of sweet strawberries and fresh basil. You can stir the strawberry basil puree directly into the lemonade, or strain it through a fine mesh sieve if you prefer a smoother drink without the pulp.

Ingredients You’ll Need

(For the complete list of ingredients and instructions, check out the recipe card below.)

• Simply Strawberry Lemonade: Using Simply Strawberry Lemonade keeps this recipe quick, easy, and packed with bright strawberry lemon flavor without needing homemade lemonade from scratch.
• Fresh strawberries: Fresh strawberries add natural sweetness, vibrant color, and juicy berry flavor.
• Sugar: A little sugar helps balance the tart lemonade flavor and enhances the sweetness of the strawberries.
• Fresh basil leaves: Basil adds a subtle fresh herbal flavor that pairs perfectly with strawberries. Lightly muddling the basil helps release even more flavor into the drink.
• Ice: Serve this lemonade over plenty of ice for the most refreshing summer drink.

How to Make Strawberry Basil Lemonade

1: Macerate the Strawberries. Slice 2 strawberries and place them in a small bowl or glass. Use a fork to gently mash the strawberries until they become juicy. Sprinkle the sugar over the strawberries and stir well. Place the mixture in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare the Glass. Slice the remaining 2 strawberries and add them to a serving glass along with the chilled sugared strawberries. Add the fresh basil leaves and gently press them with a spoon or muddler to release some of their flavor without tearing them too much. Fill the glass with ice.

Step 3: Add the Lemonade. Pour the Simply Strawberry Lemonade over the ice and strawberries. Stir everything together well so the strawberry juices and basil flavor combine throughout the drink.

Step 4: Garnish and Serve. Serve cold with a fresh strawberry on the rim of the glass for a simple and beautiful garnish. For extra flavor, add an additional basil leaf on top before serving.

What to Serve with Summer Mocktail

This refreshing strawberry basil lemonade pairs perfectly with summer BBQ recipes, picnic sides, fresh salads, and fun party desserts. Serve it alongside BBQ pulled pork sandwiches or grilled hot dogs for an easy warm-weather meal, or pair it with watermelon feta salad and 4th of July pasta salad for a fresh and colorful summer spread.

If you love fun summer drinks, this lemonade also pairs beautifully with refreshing mocktails like the pomegranate fizz mocktail or lemon mojito mocktail for the ultimate entertaining menu. And for dessert, 4th of July cupcakes make the perfect festive sweet treat alongside this fruity lemonade.

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