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Blueberry Basil Lemon Mocktail: A Refreshing Summer Recipe

Blueberry Basil Lemon Mocktail: A Refreshing Summer Recipe


  • Author: Sophie
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Blueberry Basil Lemon Mocktail is a delightful and refreshing summer beverage that combines the sweetness of blueberries with the herbaceous notes of fresh basil and the tang of lemon juice. Perfect for a hot day or as a non-alcoholic option for gatherings.


Ingredients

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Blueberry Basil Syrup:

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries, plus extra for garnish
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, plus extra for garnish
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 cup water

Mocktail:

  • 4 cups sparkling water or club soda, chilled
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine: In a medium saucepan, combine blueberries, basil, sugar, and water.
  2. Simmer: Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves.
  3. Macerate: Gently crush blueberries with a spoon or masher. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Strain: Remove from heat. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a heat-resistant bowl, pressing solids to extract syrup. Discard solids.
  5. Cool: Let syrup cool completely. Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  6. Prepare Glasses: Fill each glass with ice cubes.
  7. Add Lemon Juice: Pour 1/4 cup lemon juice into each glass (adjust to taste).
  8. Add Syrup: Pour 1/4 cup cooled blueberry basil syrup into each glass (adjust to taste).
  9. Top with Sparkling Water: Fill each glass with chilled sparkling water or club soda.
  10. Stir: Gently stir to combine.
  11. Garnish: Garnish with fresh blueberries, basil sprig, and lemon slice (optional). Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can adjust the sweetness of the mocktail by varying the amount of sugar and lemon juice to suit your taste preferences.
  • For a stronger basil flavor, you can muddle the basil leaves before adding them to the syrup mixture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Beverage, Mocktail
  • Method: Mixing, Simmering, Straining
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 glass (approximately 8 oz)
  • Calories: 80 kcal
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Blueberry Basil Lemon Mocktail, Summer Beverage, Refreshing Drink, Non-Alcoholic Mocktail, Basil Syrup Recipe