Strawberry Basil Spritzer (Mocktail)
Refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day, this strawberry basil spritzer mocktail is quick to make and the perfect treat.
While I love a good cocktail most times I prefer something non-alcoholic. Enter this Strawberry Basil Spritzer Mocktail. It’s a great afternoon treat, uses up fresh basil and juicy strawberries.Â
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- It’s easy to make
- No alcohol
- Only requires a few ingredients
Ingredients
Strawberries – Use one or two large strawberries
Basil – 2 large basil leaves
Sugar (Optional) – If you want it a bit sweet add 1/2 – 1 tsp of sugar
Ice – A handful
Unsweetened Lemon Sparkling Water – Use your favorite brand, I used Spindrift
Instructions
- Slice 2 large strawberries and add them to the glass.
- Add the 2 large basil leaves to the glass.
- If using sugar add that to the glass.
- Using a muddler or the back of a spoon muddle the strawberries, basil and sugar together.
- Fill the glass with ice.
- Top the strawberries with the unsweetened lemon sparkling water.
Strawberry Basil Spritzer (Mocktail)
A light and refreshing non-alcoholic drink for the summer season using fresh strawberries and basil.
Yield: 1
Calories: 25kcal
Materials
- 2 large Strawberries, fresh
- 2 large Basil Leaves, fresh
- 1/2 - 1 tsp Sugar, granulated (Optional)
- Ice
- 1 12 oz Lemon Flavored Sparkling Water
Instructions
- Trim the top and slice the 2 strawberries and place them into a serving glass.
- Add the 2 basil leaves to the serving glass.
- If using sugar add that to the serving glass.
- Using a muddler or the back of a spoon muddle the strawberries, basil and sugar, until the strawberries are really mushy.
- Fill the glass with ice.
- Pour the sparkling lemon water over the strawberries and ice then stir to mix it all together.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 25kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 92mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 49IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.3mg