Lemon-Basil Citrus Punch

Name: Lemon-Basil Citrus Punch
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 1 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup honey; 4 cups water; 1/4 cup, fresh basil leaves; 1/2 cup lime juice; 2 cups sparkling water; 1/4 cup, fresh mint leaves

A bright, herbaceous drink with the zing of lemon and the subtle flavor of fresh basil, perfect for any occasion.

Cuisine: General

Category: Cocktails & Drinks

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.

Serves 8.

Ingredients

1 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup honey
4 cups water
1/4 cup, fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup lime juice
2 cups sparkling water
1/4 cup, fresh mint leaves

Instructions

Step 1: In a large pitcher, combine 1 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup honey, 4 cups cold water, and 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves; stir well and let steep at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pitcher, pressing gently on basil to extract liquid while discarding solids.
Step 3: Stir in 1/2 cup lime juice and 2 cups cold sparkling water.
Step 4: Chill for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
Step 5: Serve cold in glasses garnished with 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves.