This Strawberry Basil Mocktail is easy to make and is packed with fresh strawberries, lemon, basil, and topped with sparkling water for fizz. It is the perfect light and refreshing drink for the Summer!
I am on a mocktail kick lately! They are so fun to make and the possibilities are endless. I've been playing around with a wide range of flavors from Pineapple Mojito Mocktails, to Blueberry Lavender Mocktails and even Cucumber Basil Mocktails!
And today, I have another fun and delicious one: this Strawberry Basil Mocktail. It is simple to make and is so refreshing! And best of all, it only requires 5 ingredients and 5 minutes to make. So, lets make your new favorite Summertime drink.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- This recipe only requires 5 simple ingredients to make.
- And it is ready in just 5 minutes!
- This Strawberry Basil Mocktail is packed with fresh strawberries and basil.
- It is refreshing and fizzy- the perfect poolside or Summer drink!
- And most importantly, it is absolutely delicious!
Ingredient Notes
Fresh Strawberries: I highly recommend fresh strawberries for this Strawberry Basil Mocktail recipe, but you can also use frozen. Just defrost them first!
Basil: Basil adds a delicious herbaceous flavor to this drink! But you can swap basil for fresh mint if you want a drink that tastes more like a Strawberry Mojito.
Agave Nectar: Agave is an easy way to add just a touch of sweetness. If you don't have agave, you can use a simple syrup like my Vanilla Bean Simple Syrup.
Lemon Juice: Use fresh lemon juice please!
Sparkling Water: A little club soda adds a delightful fizz.
Instructions
Step 1. In a 12-16 ounce glass, combine chopped strawberries, basil leaves, lemon juice and agave nectar.
Gently muddle everything together until the strawberries release their juice.
Step 2. Top with club soda and stir.
Top your Strawberry Basil Mocktail with ice, then garnish with a lemon slice and a basil leaf and serve!
What to Serve it With
- Serve with snacks like tortilla chips and Tomatillo Salsa
- Or pita and Butter Beans Hummus
- Serve at a cookout with Chickpea Sweet Potato Burgers
Recipe FAQs
A mocktail is a cocktail without alcohol.
You can use a zero-proof spirit like Ritual Zero Proof. Or you can leave it out completely like I did in this recipe.
Expert Recipe Tips
If you make this Strawberry Basil Mocktail in a glass, be sure to muddle very gently! You can also muddle the strawberries in a cocktail shaker, then transfer the mixture to a glass.
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📖 Recipe
Strawberry Basil Mocktail
Equipment
- 1 12-16oz Glass
- 1 Muddler or Wooden Spoon
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
- ¼ Cup Chopped Strawberry
- 3 Medium Basil Leaves
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 2 teaspoon Agave Nectar
- ¾ Cup Club Soda
- Ice
- Garnishes: Lemon Wheels, Strawberry Slices, Basil Leaves
Instructions
- Add strawberries, basil leaves, lemon juice and agave nectar to a sturdy 12-16 ounce glass.¼ Cup Chopped Strawberry, 3 Medium Basil Leaves, 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice, 2 teaspoon Agave Nectar
- Gently muddle with a muddler or a wooden spoon until the strawberries release their juice.
- Add club soda and gently stir. Top with ice and garnish with a lemon wheel and a basil leaf. Serve.¾ Cup Club Soda, Ice, Garnishes: Lemon Wheels, Strawberry Slices, Basil Leaves
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