Paraben Free Strawberry Basil Agua Fresca

Fresh strawberries, bright lime juice, and fragrant basil come together in this blended and strained drink that tastes like summer in a glass. The combination of sweet fruit and herbal basil is unexpected but instantly refreshing — the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all season long. Parabens are synthetic preservatives that sneak into a surprising number of packaged beverages and flavored drinks, so blending your own from whole, recognizable ingredients is a genuinely smart move. Every component here — fresh berries, maple syrup, lime, basil, water, and a pinch of salt — is exactly what it sounds like, with no hidden additives or preservatives to worry about. The straining step gives it that silky, clean texture you'd expect from a great agua fresca, not a chunky smoothie. A little maple syrup keeps the sweetness natural and adjustable, so you can dial it up or down to suit your taste. Serve it over ice with a lime slice and a sprig of basil for a drink that looks as good as it tastes.

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