Ginger Free Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Bright, fruity, and just a little unexpected, this strawberry basil lemonade is the kind of drink that makes a regular afternoon feel like a special occasion. Fresh strawberries and fragrant basil get blended together with a honey simple syrup, then strained into a pitcher with real lemon juice for a result that's smooth, vibrant, and nothing like anything from a bottle. The honey syrup comes together in minutes and adds a floral sweetness that plays beautifully against the tartness of the lemons. Many store-bought lemonades and flavored drinks sneak in ginger as a "zingy" note, so making your own from scratch means you stay in complete control of every ingredient. Straining the blended mixture gives the final drink a gorgeous, jewel-toned clarity that looks stunning over ice. Finish each glass with a sprig of fresh basil and a lemon slice, and you've got something that feels effortlessly impressive whether you're serving it at a backyard gathering or just treating yourself on a warm afternoon.
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4 servings
For the honey simple syrup
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup water
For the lemonade
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 5–6 lemons)
- 10 fresh basil leaves
- 2 cups cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh basil sprigs, for serving (optional)
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 15 minutes until no longer warm to the touch.
- 2
Add the strawberries, basil leaves, and cooled honey syrup to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30 seconds.
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