Zesty Lemon Basil Spritzer Mocktail
A vibrant and refreshing non-alcoholic mocktail combining zesty lemon and earthy basil, perfect for summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 60 ml non-alcoholic gin
- 30 ml fresh lemon juice
- 4–6 fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 90–120 ml soda water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh basil sprig for garnish
- Lemon wheel for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Start with fresh lemon juice—squeeze it right from the lemon for maximum freshness.
- Muddle the basil: In a shaker, add fresh basil leaves and honey. Gently press the leaves into the honey.
- Add lemon juice and gin: Pour in fresh lemon juice followed by non-alcoholic gin. Mix it all together.
- Shake it up: Add ice cubes to the shaker, put on the lid and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds.
- Strain and prepare to serve: Fill a glass with fresh ice cubes and strain the mixture into it.
- Add sparkling water: Top off your spritzer with soda water and gently stir to combine.
- Garnish and smile: Finish with a sprig of fresh basil and a lemon wheel on the rim.
Notes
Serve in clear glasses to showcase color or in mason jars for a casual vibe. Use alternative herbs or fruits for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: mocktail, non-alcoholic, refreshing drink, summer beverage, lemon basil spritzer
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