How to Make Basil Lemonade - A Step-by-Step Guide

When life hands you lemons, make lemonade. But when life also gives you fresh basil, make basil lemonade! This refreshing and flavorful twist on a classic summer beverage is sure to become a new favorite in your household. The combination of citrusy lemon and aromatic basil creates a unique and delicious drink that is perfect for sipping on a hot day.

The bright, tangy flavor of lemonade is elevated to a whole new level with the addition of fresh basil. The herb adds a subtle, peppery...

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Ingredients

  • 12 cups cold water
  • 1 (12 ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
  • ⅓ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
  • ½ cup firmly packed torn basil leaves

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Stir water, lemonade, sugar, and lime juice together in a pitcher. Add 1/2 cup basil leaves, stir to combine, cover the pitcher, and refrigerate until flavors combine, 8 hours to overnight. Remove basil leaves and discard.
  • Nutrition

    89 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 9mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 23g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 8mg
    • Calcium: 14mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 38mg