Strawberry Basil Lemonade
Recipes Beverages Quick and Easy
Description
Fresh strawberries and basil muddled together with lemonade that is spiked with citrus vodka makes any day a special day!
Ingredients
1 3/4 c. strawberries, sliced
8 basil leaves
1/3 c. sugar
Spiked Fresh Lemonade
extra basil leaves and strawberry slices for garnish
Spiked Fresh Lemonade:
3 c. water (divided)
2 c. sugar
1 T. lemon peel, grated
2 c. lemon juice, fresh
1 1/2 c. citrus vodka
Directions
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In a blender, purée berries until smooth, set aside.
In a tall 10 oz. glass, combine 1 basil leaf and 2 t. sugar; muddle by pressing with muddler or handle of wooden spoon with twisting action. Stir in 2 T. strawberry purée. Fill glass with ice cubes; add
3/4 c. Spiked Fresh Lemonade.
Repeat 7 more times with remaining ingredients.
Spiked Fresh Lemonade:
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 c. water and sugar over medium heat; cook, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat; let stand until completely cool.
Stir in lemon peel, juice, vodka, and remaining 1 cup water. Cover and chill until cold. Pour into ice-filled glasses.
Makes 8 servings