Artificial Flavors Free Whole30 Lemon Basil Cooler
Bright, herby, and genuinely refreshing, this lemon basil cooler is the kind of drink that makes you forget you ever wanted something from a bottle. Every sip delivers a clean hit of citrus and fresh basil — no mystery syrups, no color additives, no ingredient list you need a chemistry degree to decode. The whole thing comes together with squeezed lemons, muddled basil leaves, still water, and a splash of sparkling water, so what you see is exactly what you get. Muddling the basil is the secret move here — it bruises the leaves just enough to release their aromatic oils without turning the drink bitter. A quick shake over ice chills everything down fast, and straining it into tall glasses gives you that clean, restaurant-quality look with zero effort. It's the perfect answer when you want something that feels special but contains absolutely nothing artificial hiding in the mix. Serve it immediately while the bubbles are still lively and the garnish is fresh.
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2 servings
- 8 fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the basil leaves in a cocktail shaker or large mason jar. Muddle firmly with a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon until the leaves are bruised and fragrant, about 10 seconds.
- 2
Add the lemon juice, cold water, and ice to the shaker. Seal and shake vigorously for 15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
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