Lemon-Basil Sparkling Tonic

Name: Lemon-Basil Sparkling Tonic
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 10 fresh basil leaves; 1, thinly sliced lemon; 2 tbsp honey; 2 cups sparkling water; 1 cup ice cubes

A bright, herbaceous non-alcoholic drink featuring fresh basil and lemon, perfect for warm days.

Cuisine: General

Category: Cocktails & Drinks

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

10 fresh basil leaves
1, thinly sliced lemon
2 tbsp honey
2 cups sparkling water
1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 10 fresh basil leaves with 1 thinly sliced lemon and 2 tbsp honey until the basil releases its oils and the lemon is fragrant.
Step 2: Add ice cubes to the shaker, then pour in 2 cups sparkling water. Shake gently for 10 seconds to combine.
Step 3: Strain into a chilled glass filled with fresh ice, ensuring no basil leaves remain in the drink. Garnish with a lemon slice and one whole basil leaf.