Paraben Free Whole30 Lemon Basil Cooler

Total time5 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time0 min

5.0

(29)

Bright, herby, and genuinely refreshing, this lemon basil cooler is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting on a sun-drenched patio even on an ordinary Tuesday. Fresh basil gets muddled until fragrant, then shaken hard with real lemon juice and ice so every sip is layered with citrus zing and that unmistakable garden-fresh aroma. A finish of chilled sparkling water adds just enough effervescence to make it feel celebratory without a drop of alcohol or anything artificial. For anyone navigating ingredient sensitivities around synthetic preservatives, this one is beautifully straightforward — every single component is a whole, recognizable food you can feel confident about. Bottled sodas and flavored sparkling waters are notorious for sneaking in additives, so making your own fizzy drink at home is genuinely the smarter move. The garnish of a lemon slice and a fresh basil sprig turns two simple glasses into something that looks like it came from a fancy brunch spot. It's the kind of recipe you'll want to keep in your back pocket all summer long.

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Ingredients

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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