Refreshing Strawberry Basil Smash

Enjoy the Refreshing Strawberry Basil Smash, a vibrant, easy-to-make mocktail for summer gatherings that combines the sweetness of strawberries with the aromatic basil.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 1 mocktail

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 50

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 cup Fresh Strawberries Hull and wash
5 leaves Fresh Basil Finely chopped

For the Zing

0.5 unit Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed

For the Fizz

3 cups Sparkling Water Chilled

Optional Enhancements

To taste Mint Fresh or extract

Equipment

glass
muddler
Spoon
Juicer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Wash and hull the strawberries. Finely chop the basil.
In a glass, muddle the strawberries and basil for 20-30 seconds.
Squeeze in the juice of half a lemon, avoiding seeds.
Fill the glass three-quarters full with chilled sparkling water.
Garnish with a sprig of basil or a whole strawberry.
Serve immediately over ice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mocktailCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve fresh for optimal flavor. Garnish to enhance visual appeal.

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