Basil lemonade

makes
800ml
Basil lemonade
Basil lemonade
This refreshing summer drink is a perfect way to use up leftover basil leaves.

Ingredients (5)

  • 2 cups (500ml) lemon juice (from about 8 lemons)
  • 2 cups (440g) caster sugar
  • 100g fresh ginger, finely chopped
  • 1 bunch basil, leaves torn
  • Chilled soda water, to serve

Don't forget you can add these ingredients to your Woolworths shopping list.

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Method

  • 1.
    Place lemon juice, sugar and ginger in a jug and stir to dissolve sugar. Divide basil among glasses and add 1/4 cup lemon mixture.
  • 2.
    Gently muddle to release flavour from basil.
  • 3.
    Top with ice and chilled soda. Store extra lemon syrup in the fridge.
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