Description
This Strawberry Honey Basil Fizz Mocktail is a wonderful, refreshing, non-alcoholic drink to enjoy this spring and summer. It’s naturally sweetened with a homemade honey simple syrup and muddled strawberries! Filled with fresh basil, lime juice, and a touch of plain sparkling water for a little carbonation, it screams perfect patio drink!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Honey Simple Syrup (Makes Extra):
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup water
For the Mocktail (per serving):
- 1–2 fresh strawberries, sliced or roughly chopped
- 2–3 large fresh basil leaves, torn
- 3/4 ounce (1 1/2 tablespoons) freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) Honey Simple Syrup (from recipe above, adjust to taste)
- 2–3 ounces plain sparkling water or club soda, chilled
- Crushed ice
Optional Garnishes:
- Lime slice or wedge
- Strawberry slice
- Fresh basil leaf
Instructions
1. Make the Honey Simple Syrup:
- In a small saucepan, combine the honey and water.
- Bring the mixture just to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the honey has completely dissolved into the water.
- Remove from heat and let the syrup cool completely. (Store leftover syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks).
2. Prepare the Mocktail:
- Muddle: Add the sliced/chopped strawberries and torn basil leaves to the bottom of a sturdy serving glass. Using a muddler or the end of a wooden spoon, gently press and twist the strawberries and basil together until the strawberries are juicy and the basil is fragrant. Do not pulverize.
- Add Ice & Liquids: Fill the glass with crushed ice. Add the fresh lime juice and 1 ounce of the cooled honey simple syrup.
- Top & Stir: Top off the glass with the chilled sparkling water or club soda. Stir gently to combine the ingredients without losing too much fizz.
- Taste & Adjust: Taste the mocktail and add more honey simple syrup if you prefer it sweeter.
- Garnish: Garnish with a slice of lime or strawberry, and a fresh basil leaf, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Honey Simple Syrup: Making the syrup ensures the honey dissolves smoothly. Adjust sweetness by using more or less syrup in the final drink.
- Muddling: Gently muddle the fruit and herbs to release their flavors without tearing the basil excessively.
- Sparkling Water: Plain sparkling water, club soda, or even a lime-flavored sparkling water works well. Ensure it’s chilled.
- Make it a Pitcher: Easily multiply the mocktail ingredients (strawberries, basil, lime juice, simple syrup, sparkling water) and combine in a large pitcher after muddling the fruit/herbs in the pitcher base. Add ice just before serving.
- Storage: This mocktail is best enjoyed immediately after preparation.