Basil Lemonade
Basil lemonade is a light and refreshing summer beverage that's made with fresh squeezed lemon juice and basil-infused simple syrup. Perfect for keeping cool next time you fire up the grill!
Servings 7 8-ounce glasses
Ingredients
- 1 cup (198 g) granulated sugar
- 48 ounces (1360 g) water divided
- 1 cup (25 g) basil leaves packed
- 8 ounces (226 g) fresh squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, add granulated sugar, 8 ounces of water, and basil leaves. Bring to a simmer and stir until sugar dissolves. Lightly muddle basil leaves with a wooden spoon. Simmer for one minute, then remove from heat. Allow to steep until room temperature, about 15-20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add remaining 40 ounces of water and lemon juice to a pitcher.
- When cooled, pour simple syrup mixture through a sieve to remove basil leaves. Stir simple syrup into lemon mixture to achieve desired sweetness. Use all of the simple syrup for a sweet lemonade. Use about ¾ for a lightly sweetened lemonade.
- Refrigerate until cold. Serve over ice and enjoy.
Notes
- Yield: About 56 ounces of lemonade
- How many lemons do I need?:It takes between 6 to 8 lemons to make 8 ounces of lemon juice, but depends entirely on the size and juiciness of your lemons. Buy a few extra to be on the safe side. If you have extras, slice and use as a garnish for your glasses.
- Storage: Basil lemonade will keep for about 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator, and flavor is best when served the same day.
Nutrition
Serving: 8ounces | Calories: 118kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.004g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 47mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 183IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.2mg
