Get ready for the drink of your summer... Strawberry Basil Lemonade!
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Why I Love This Recipe
Strawberry Basil Lemonade was basically the first drink recipe I ever post on WGC and it's been my most requested drink ever since. It's a refreshing blend of homemade lemonade that gets fresh strawberries and basil pureed into the mixture. Depending on who's enjoying this with me, I'll add a bit of vodka or just leave it non-alcoholic and add a splash of sparkling water and enjoy it over some ice. Either way, it's the best drink out there and you should probably be drinking this over the weekend. Preferably while grilling!!
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Lemons – fresh lemon juice is best, but if you must use one that's pre-juiced this is my favorite brand
- Super Fine Sugar
- Warm Water
- Strawberries
- Fresh Basil
- Vodka – feel free to omit
*For a full list of ingredients and instructions please see recipe card below
How to Make Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Step 1: Juice the lemons and transfer the juice into a large pitcher.
Step 2: Add the sugar and the water and stir to combine and dissolve the sugar. Let cool entirely.
Step 3: Add the strawberries and basil. Using an immersion blender, blend the mixture for about 20 seconds just until the mixture turns pink and the basil is finely chopped.
Step 4: Strain out any of the basil bits if you don't want them, they'll have already infused into the drink. Add alcohol if desired. Serve over crushed ice and enjoy!
Tips & Tricks
Depending on who's enjoying this with me, I'll add a bit of vodka or just leave it non-alcoholic and add a splash of sparkling water and enjoy it over some ice.
FAQs
What is strawberry lemonade made of?
It's a simple fresh lemonade with fresh lemon juice, sugar, water and then strawberries to make it extra pink and a hint sweeter
What does strawberry lemonade taste like?
Heaven! It's a slightly sweeter lemonade with the addition of strawberries and it's pure magic.
So before the weekend hits, grab some lemons, strawberries and a handful of fresh basil and make some cocktails or mocktails! And if you're in need of some more summer inspired cocktails... we've got you covered!
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Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Ingredients
- 10 lemons, juiced, about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice
- ¾ cup super fine sugar
- 4 cups warm water
- 8-10 strawberries, tops removed
- ⅓ cup fresh basil
- ½ cup vodka optional
Instructions
- Juice the lemons and transfer the juice into a large pitcher.
- Add the sugar and the water and stir to combine and dissolve the sugar. Let cool entirely.
- Add the strawberries and basil.
- Using an immersion blender, blend the mixture for about 20 seconds just until the mixture turns pink and the basil is finely chopped. Strain out any of the basil bits if you don't want them, they'll have already infused into the drink.
- Add alcohol if desired. Serve over crushed ice and enjoy!
Notes
- Depending on who's enjoying this with me, I'll add a bit of vodka or just leave it non-alcoholic and add a splash of sparkling water and enjoy it over some ice.
What a fun, original and delicious sounding and looking recipe. It is one I will bookmark and try this summer when the weather improves.
thanks for your recipe, will have a try tonight.
I don't make lemonade very often, but I do love it. I usually order it at restaurants. I love this recipe and your photo.
gorgeous! I can't wait for lemonade weather. 🙂 I like to add herbs to mine too.
I love, love, love savory lemonade combos. I usually buy mine at the restaurant Lemonade, but I would totally make this (and maybe add a little Proseco or vodka too)
Gaby - This looks like an incredible, thirst quenching drink of desire! You can bet your freshly squeezed oranges I will be telling lex about this! Keep up the great work Gaby!
Marc!! Get yourself and Lex over any sunday and we will BBQ and I'll make the lemonade!
Ha! Did you get the idea for the mason jars from the Yard? I LOVE basil in sweets, especially with lemon. This is perfect for the recent hot weather!
hahaha Kate yes!! And then I ran out to buy some the next day! I was obsessed!
We still have tons of lemons on our tree and I was planning to juice some this weekend for lemonade. I think I will try your version instead. Thanks
I can already tell I'm going to love this and it may just become my summer drink of choice!
Cindy - hahaha I hear ya on the Vodka - actually the first time I made this I made it with no alcohol and it was insanely delicious - so I guess I could go either way on this drink! Depends on the occasion 🙂 I'll make it for you next time we are all together!
Maria - you have to try it! Its seriously the most amazing lemonade I have ever had - and I am a super picky lemonade drinker 🙂
I usually only drink water, but I might have to rebel and try your lemonade:)
This looks beautiful as well as good!! Beautiful photos! The vodka is not optional for me 🙂
This looks AMAZING! An I am so envious of the warm weather!!! My basil is growing as we speak and I can't wait for the fresh local strawberries at my farmers market. Mmmmm!
Looks so great and refreshing, Gaby! Your weather sounds wonderful - lucky you!
I was reading and looking for the booze...lol. I love a good hard lemonade. 🙂 This sounds so refreshing!