Strawberry Basil Sangria Mocktail (Print Version)

A cooling blend of strawberries, citrus, and basil for festive summer drinks everyone can enjoy.

# What to Use:

→ Fruits

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 orange, thinly sliced
03 - 1 lemon, thinly sliced
04 - 1 lime, thinly sliced

→ Herbs

05 - 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves

→ Liquids

06 - 3 cups white grape juice
07 - 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
08 - 1 cup club soda, chilled
09 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

→ Sweetener (optional)

10 - 1–2 tablespoons agave syrup or honey, to taste

→ Garnish

11 - Additional basil leaves
12 - Sliced strawberries

# How to Prepare:

01 - Place sliced strawberries, orange, lemon, lime, and basil leaves into a large pitcher.
02 - Pour in white grape juice and lemon juice. Gently press the fruit and basil with a wooden spoon to release their flavors.
03 - Stir in agave syrup or honey, if desired, until fully dissolved.
04 - Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
05 - Just before serving, add chilled sparkling water and club soda. Stir gently.
06 - Fill glasses with ice, pour in the sangria mocktail, and garnish with extra basil leaves and strawberry slices.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like a vacation in a glass, with just a handful of fresh ingredients.
  • There's no need to wait on complicated infusions or chill times; you get refreshing flavor quickly.
02 -
  • One time I skipped muddling and the flavors felt flat—don't rush this step.
  • Adding fizz too early makes it go flat and lose its sparkle by the time you pour.
03 -
  • Always taste before sweetening—sometimes the fruit is perfect as is.
  • Chill your pitcher so the drink stays refreshing without relying on extra ice.
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