Cinnamon Free Strawberry Basil Agua Fresca
Fresh strawberries, bright lime juice, and a handful of basil come together in this blender drink that tastes like summer in a glass. The combination of sweet fruit and herby basil is unexpected but completely addictive — floral, a little tart, and deeply refreshing. Maple syrup steps in as the sweetener here, keeping everything clean and naturally flavored without any spice blends or flavored syrups that could sneak in unwanted ingredients. Straining the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a silky, beautifully colored drink that looks like something from a fancy café. A pinch of salt might seem like an odd addition, but it quietly sharpens every other flavor in the glass. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a lime slice tucked on the rim and you have a crowd-pleasing drink that works for backyard gatherings, weekend brunches, or just a hot afternoon when you need something genuinely satisfying.
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4 servings
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 3 cups cold water
- 2 tbsp maple syrup, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 8 large fresh basil leaves
- ⅛ tsp fine salt
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh basil sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the strawberries, water, maple syrup, lime juice, basil leaves, and salt in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 45 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a large pitcher. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer, pressing gently on the solids with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible, then discard the solids.
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