
This is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel like a special occasion. Fresh strawberries are simmered down with maple syrup until they release a gorgeous deep-pink juice, then fragrant basil leaves are steeped right into that syrup for a herbal, floral twist that feels anything but ordinary. The whole thing comes together with brewed black tea and cold water, giving you a refreshing, lightly sweet pitcher drink that's miles ahead of anything bottled or canned. Every single ingredient here is naturally grain-free, so there's no need to scan labels or second-guess a thing. The basil-infused syrup is genuinely the star ā it adds a subtle savory note that keeps the sweetness from going over the top. Make a big batch, keep it in the fridge, and pour it over ice whenever you need a little something beautiful in your glass.
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Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Remove from the heat, add the tea bags, and steep for 5 minutes. Remove and discard the tea bags, then set the brewed tea aside to cool slightly.
While the tea steeps, combine the halved strawberries, maple syrup, and 1/2 cup water in the same saucepan (or a second small saucepan) over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries have softened and released their juices and the liquid is a deep pink, about 8 minutes.
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