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    The BEST Homemade Basil Lemonade

    Published Aug 16, 2021 by Allyson · 16 Comments
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    Delicious fresh basil combined with juicy summer lemons make the most mouthwatering Basil Lemonade! It is perfect plain, or with some added alcohol!

    Fresh basil combined with juicy summer lemons make the most mouthwatering Basil Lemonade! It is perfect plain, or with some added alcohol!

    I have been experimenting all summer with fun drinks, and this one is one of the best! I’ve been growing fresh herbs in my garden, so I have been infusing them into drinks and different recipes, and it’s always so delicious.  Basil is BY FAR my favorite herb, and it is so tasty in meals as well as drinks! I've already shared Strawberry Basil Margaritas with you as well as One Pot Basil Chicken! This Basil Lemonade is so fresh and delicious, it will be your go-to drink!

    Fresh basil combined with juicy summer lemons make the most mouthwatering Basil Lemonade! It is perfect plain, or with some added alcohol!

    For this basil lemonade you do need to make some basil simple syrup, but don't worry because it is EASY!

    basil simple syrup

    How to make Basil Simple Syrup:

    • Take 1 cup of granulated sugar and mix it with 1 cup of water in a small sauce-pot.  Add a handful (about ½ cup or more) of clean basil leaves to the pot.  Over medium heat, bring it up to a simmer while you stir to dissolve the sugar, then lower the heat and simmer for at least 15 minutes on low low heat.
    • After the time is up, carefully remove the basil leaves and pour the simple syrup into a container. Set it aside.
    Fresh basil combined with juicy summer lemons make the most mouthwatering Basil Lemonade! It is perfect plain, or with some added alcohol!

    One the simple syrup is ready, you can make the lemonade:

    How to make Homemade Basil Lemonade:

    **scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

    • Get the ingredients together and prep the basil by cleaning it.
    • In a large pitcher combine the lemon juice, sugar, water, and basil simple syrup. Add a handful of basil leaves to the mixture. Stir and then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
    Fresh basil combined with juicy summer lemons make the most mouthwatering Basil Lemonade! It is perfect plain, or with some added alcohol!

    Want to make it BOOZY?

    • I suggest adding vodka to this lemonade for a delicious cocktail! Add 1-2 ounces of vodka per 8 ounces of lemonade.
    • Other liquors that would work well with this basil lemonade: white rum or tequila.

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    5 from 11 votes
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    The BEST Homemade Basil Lemonade
    Prep Time
    5 mins
    Refrigerate
    2 hrs
    Total Time
    2 hrs 5 mins
     

    Delicious fresh basil combined with juicy summer lemons make the most mouthwatering Basil Lemonade! It is perfect plain, or with some added alcohol!

    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: basil lemonade
    Servings: 56 ounces (about)
    Ingredients
    • 6 lemons juiced (rolling the lemons between your counter and hand will help get a lot of extra juice out)
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 6 cups water
    • ¼ cup basil simple syrup (see recipe above)
    • extra basil and lemon wedges for garnish
    Instructions
    1. In a large pitcher combine the lemon juice, sugar, water, and basil simple syrup. Add a handful of basil leaves, a handful of ice, and stir until well combined.

    2. Refrigerate at least 2 hours and serve with ice and basil and lemon slices for garnish. Enjoy!

    Recipe Notes

    Recipe for Basil Simple Syrup here. 

    Recipe create August 2014. Updated Austin 2021.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Heather

      August 07, 2021 at 10:04 am

      Gah; I just noticed there are no comments! I’ve been using this recipe of yours for at least five years! Soooo good

      Reply
      • Allyson

        August 08, 2021 at 2:33 pm

        Thank you so much Heather! I am so happy you love it too!

        Reply
    2. Erin

      August 16, 2021 at 5:36 pm

      5 stars
      I have so many lemons, and this recipe was perfect for them! So easy to whip together and so tasty. Thanks!

      Reply
    3. Beth

      August 16, 2021 at 6:12 pm

      5 stars
      Oh wow! What a lovely and refreshing drink! The family is going to absolutely love this especially with these hot days we've been having! So excited to give this lemonade a try!

      Reply
    4. Kristyn

      August 16, 2021 at 6:38 pm

      5 stars
      Basil is one of my favorites!! I love adding it in so many recipes & I was pleasantly surprised how much I love it in lemonade! It will be hard to drink regular lemonade again!

      Reply
    5. Erik

      August 16, 2021 at 7:09 pm

      5 stars
      Love lemonade, but I've never had it with basil before. How exciting!

      Reply
    6. Krystle

      August 16, 2021 at 10:50 pm

      5 stars
      We love this drink, it is so unique and refreshing.

      Reply
    7. Vikki

      August 17, 2021 at 1:42 am

      5 stars
      Delicious! Added a tiny bit of vodka the second time around for a little kick and it was still great.

      Reply
      • Allyson

        August 18, 2021 at 11:08 am

        Yes! The cocktail is also amazing!

        Reply
    8. Catalina

      August 17, 2021 at 9:09 am

      5 stars
      Lemon and basil is such an awesome combo! Love the idea to use in a lemonade!

      Reply
    9. Erin

      August 17, 2021 at 2:20 pm

      5 stars
      This Delicious fresh basil looks totally awesome!

      Reply
    10. Beti

      August 17, 2021 at 4:21 pm

      5 stars
      Hands down my favorite drink! So light and refreshing!

      Reply
      • Allyson

        August 18, 2021 at 11:08 am

        It is so tasty!!

        Reply
    11. katerina @ diethood.com

      August 17, 2021 at 4:22 pm

      5 stars
      This is such a light and refreshing drink! I would love one right now!

      Reply
    12. Alicia

      August 24, 2021 at 9:42 am

      5 stars
      I added some vodka as suggested and this was such a refreshing summer cocktail! Next time I will add some pureed strawberries too! Thank you!

      Reply

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