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Sophie Lane

Strawberry Basil Mocktail

This strawberry basil mocktail is a refreshing, herbal twist on a summer favorite—bursting with ripe berries, fresh basil, and citrusy sparkle. It's easy to make, Whole30-friendly, and perfect for garden parties or casual sipping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 glasses
Course: Drinks, Drinks, Mocktails
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 4 fresh basil leaves plus more for garnish
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz simple syrup optional, or use agave
  • 6 oz sparkling water or club soda
  • Ice as needed
  • Garnish: sliced strawberries basil sprig, citrus peel

Equipment

  • * Muddler
  • * Cocktail shaker
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • * Glasses
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Add strawberries and basil to a cocktail shaker or sturdy glass. Muddle gently to release juices and oils.
  2. Add lime juice and simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice and shake for 10–15 seconds.
  3. Strain the mixture into glasses filled with fresh ice.
  4. Top each glass with sparkling water. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Garnish with basil sprigs, sliced strawberries, or lemon peel. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 11gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1.2gSugar: 8g

Notes

For Whole30: omit the sweetener and use extra ripe strawberries.
Swap lime for lemon juice for a softer citrus note.
To prep ahead: muddle the base (strawberries, basil, citrus) and store chilled for up to 24 hours.
For parties: scale up the recipe and wait to add sparkling water until serving.

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