Noah Baker
Course: Drinks Cuisine: American Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 2 minutes Total Time: 17 minutes Calories: 499 kcal
Let’s get started!
– 1 Blender – 1 Cutting Board – 1 Strainer
– 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and sliced – 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves loosely packed – 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice about 4-6 lemons – 1/2 cup granulated sugar – 4 cups water – Ice cubes for serving – Additional strawberries
– Start by preparing the strawberry basil infusion: blend fresh strawberries and basil leaves until smooth to create a puree. – In a large pitcher, combine freshly squeezed lemon juice with granulated sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely to form the lemonade base.
– Pour the strawberry basil puree into the pitcher with the lemonade base and mix well to ensure even distribution of flavors. – Add 4 cups of water to the pitcher and stir until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
– Once sufficiently chilled, give the mixture a final stir, then pour it over ice cubes in glasses. - Serve & Enjoy!