Frozen Herb-Infused Lemonade with Sparkling Water

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-04 · Updated 2026-08-04

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A chilled, herbaceous lemonade featuring frozen lemon slices and fresh herbs, topped with sparkling water for a refreshing drink. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together fresh lemon juice, water, and granulated sugar 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 70 calories and feeds 6, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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: 10 min Serves 6 Cocktails cuisine 70 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup fresh lemon juice
3 cups water
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup frozen lemon slices
10 fresh basil leaves
2 cups sparkling water
1 cup ice cubes

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large pitcher, combine 1 cup fresh lemon juice, 3 cups water, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Stir vigorously for 2-3 minutes until sugar dissolves completely.
Step 2: Add 1 cup frozen lemon slices and 10 fresh basil leaves to the pitcher. Stir gently and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Step 3: Just before serving, add 2 cups sparkling water and 1 cup ice cubes to the pitcher. Stir gently to combine and serve chilled with additional lemon slices or basil as garnish.