Sparkling Basil Lemonade
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6 sprigs fresh basil, divided
1 lemon, zested into strips, divided, fruit cut into slices
½ cup sugar
ice cubes
2 cups lemonade
1 bottle carbonated spring water
6 sprigs fresh basil, divided
1 lemon, zested into strips, divided, fruit cut into slices
½ cup sugar
ice cubes
2 cups lemonade
1 bottle carbonated spring water
Directions
1In a small saucepan, add 1/2 cup (125 mL) water to sugar, 4 sprigs basil and lemon zest from half the lemon and simmer over low heat until sugar dissolves. (Omit basil and zest to make a plain simple syrup.) Strain and let cool.
2Chill 8 stemless wine glasses or rock glasses. Once chilled, divide ice cubes, basil leaves from 2 sprigs and lemon slices, cooled syrup and lemonade among glasses. Top up each glass with carbonated water.
Tips
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ADD SPIRIT: Top with sparkling wine or champagne.
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