Strawberry-Basil Mocktail

Name: Strawberry-Basil Mocktail
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 6 fresh strawberries, sliced; 12 fresh basil leaves; 1/4 cup sugar; Ice cubes; 1/3 cup lemon juice; 2-1/4 cups club soda, chilled; Additional fresh basil leaves, optional

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 10 min.

Yield 6 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

This flavorful strawberry-basil mocktail is perfect for a party. Whether it's January or June, there's always a place for a brilliantly colorful and delicious zero-proof drink.

Ingredients

6 fresh strawberries, sliced
12 fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup sugar
Ice cubes
1/3 cup lemon juice
2-1/4 cups club soda, chilled
Additional fresh basil leaves, optional

Directions

In a shaker, muddle strawberries, basil and sugar. Fill shaker three-fourths full with ice; add lemon juice. Cover and shake 10-15 seconds or until condensation forms on outside of shaker. Strain into six rocks glasses filled with ice. Top with club soda and, if desired, additional basil leaves.

I love to sip this refreshing blend of strawberries and basil. —Carolyn Turner, Reno, Nevada

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