Basil Lemonade [+ Flavor Variations]
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Basil Lemonade [+ Flavor Variations]
Description
Basil Lemonade [+ Flavor Variations] uses lemon juice mixed with a syrup made from brown sugar, fresh basil leaves, and water. The syrup is prepared by gently boiling the sugar, basil, and a portion of water until the sugar dissolves, then cooled and strained. This basil simple syrup is blended with additional water and freshly squeezed lemon juice to create the lemonade. The basil imparts a subtle aromatic quality that complements the citrus's brightness.
The flavor is a balance between the lemon's acidity, the sweetness of the brown sugar, and the unique herbal taste of basil. Serving it chilled over ice enhances the refreshing character, and the lemonade can be tailored by adjusting sugar or lemon quantities to taste.
For added basil aroma, fresh basil leaves can be lightly muddled and added at serving. This lemonade also lends itself well to variations such as popsicles, offering a flavorful frozen treat option.
Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for about an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and intensify. The recipe provides flexibility in sweetness and lemon levels to suit individual preferences.
Ingredients
- ½ cup brown sugar or to taste
- ½ cup basil chopped, packed, leaves
- 5 cup water divided
- 6 lemon plural
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, add the sugar, basil, and 1 cup of water and boil over low medium heat stirring frequently, until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove from the heat and allow it to cool for about 20 minutes.
- Once the basil simple syrup cools, strain it into a pitcher. Add the rest of the water and juice of squeezed lemons. Stir well, taste and add more sugar if needed, and serve over ice.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness and lemon juice to your taste for personalized lemonade.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Lightly muddle fresh basil leaves when serving to add extra aroma without bitterness.
- Consider pouring into molds to make refreshing basil lemonade popsicles.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 87 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 87kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.02g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 110mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Vitamin A | 118IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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