Basil-Infused Vodka Lemonade

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A bright and herbaceous cocktail combining freshly muddled basil with crisp vodka and tart lemonade for a garden-fresh sip. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh lemonade, fresh basil leaves for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 170 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Drinks cuisine 170 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a mixing glass, gently muddle 6 fresh basil leaves with 1/2 oz simple syrup to release the aroma without tearing the leaves.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz vodka and 3 oz fresh lemonade to the mixing glass filled halfway with ice cubes.
  3. Step 3: Stir gently for 20 seconds to chill and combine the flavors.
  4. Step 4: Strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with a lemon wheel on the rim and a small sprig of basil placed upright in the glass.

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