Fresh Strawberry Basil Mocktail Recipe Easy Sparkling Water Drink for Summer
A refreshing and easy-to-make summer mocktail combining fresh strawberries, basil, lemon juice, honey or agave syrup, and sparkling water for a light, bubbly drink perfect for warm days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 8–10 fresh basil leaves, plus extra for garnish
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
- 1 cup cold sparkling water
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Rinse and hull about 1 cup (150g) of fresh strawberries. Cut them into quarters.
- Place the quartered strawberries and 8-10 fresh basil leaves into a mixing glass or pitcher. Gently muddle using a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon to release juices and aromatic oils without shredding the basil.
- Add 1-2 tablespoons of honey or agave syrup and 2 tablespoons (30ml) of fresh lemon juice. Stir well to combine and dissolve the sweetener. Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Fill a highball or Collins glass with ice cubes.
- Slowly pour about 1 cup (240ml) of cold sparkling water over the muddled mixture or into the glass if serving separately. Stir gently to mix without losing carbonation.
- Garnish with a sprig of fresh basil and a sliced strawberry. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a smoother texture, strain the muddled mixture before adding sparkling water. Chill glasses and sparkling water beforehand to keep the drink fizzy longer. Adjust sweetness last to balance flavors. Avoid over-muddling basil to prevent bitterness. Serve immediately to enjoy the bubbles at their peak.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 12 oz
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 17
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 0.5
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