Strawberry Basil Soda

Juice strawberries using a juicer or blender.

If using a juicer:

Juice strawberries according to manufacturer’s instructions. Discard pulp.

If using a blender:

Place strawberries in a blender and pulse until smooth. Strain through a sieve, pushing juice through with a spatula. Discard solids.

Pour strawberry juice into a liquid measuring cup. Add water to reach 1 cup if needed. Pour into a small saucepan with lemon juice, basil, and sugar.

Heat mixture over medium heat until boiling. Simmer 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and let cool. Strain syrup through a sieve into a clean container and discard solids.

To serve, spoon 2 tablespoons of syrup into an 8-ounce glass, top with carbonated water, and stir. Taste and add more syrup, if desired.

Can refrigerate syrup up to 1 week.

Ingredients

• 1 pound strawberries, trimmed
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 1/2 cup loosely packed basil leaves
• 1 cup sugar
• Carbonated water

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