Whole 30 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 anything else in a glass. Fresh basil leaves get muddled until fragrant, then shaken hard with real lemon juice and cold water so every sip carries that clean, garden-bright flavor. The addition of chilled sparkling water at the end keeps things lively without any sweeteners, artificial flavors, or added sugars — just whole, compliant ingredients doing exactly what they're supposed to do. It's a two-serving recipe that comes together in minutes, which makes it perfect for a midday reset or a weekend brunch spread. Garnish with a lemon slice and a fresh basil leaf and it looks like something you'd pay twelve dollars for at a trendy café.
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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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