Ingredients
2 punnets strawberries
2 or 3 limes, juiced
1/2 C loosely packed basil leaves. Alternatively mint is great.
1/2 C sugar or honey to taste
Sparkling soda water
Summary
With the end of year approaching we thought we’d share a celebratory recipe in the form of fruity, summer fizz. The combo of organic strawberries, fresh basil, sparkling water and lime is super refreshing – it may very well become your go-to summer beverage for special occasions. Raise a glass of thanks with your people! Or feel free to pour the syrup over vanilla ice cream instead, we can also recommend it.
Ps. Order your CERES Fair Fizz refills for homemade sparkling water at the ready.
Adapted from this recipe here and originally inspired by this tempting link here (yes the margarita one!).
Strawberry and Basil Sparkling
Blend the trimmed strawberries and top up with a dash of water if need be, so 2 punnets become about 2 cups of juice.
Gently warm this in a small pot with the sugar (or honey) and crushed basil leaves for about 10 minutes until the sugar dissolves and basil infuses. What an aroma! Leave to cool, then press through a sieve to remove the seeds.
To serve grab a glass and add ice, a good dash of strawberry syrup (about 2 tablespoons) and a squeeze of lime juice. Top up with soda water or your sparkling beverage of choice. Swizzle, taste test and tweak till you have your perfect blend of fruitiness, tang and sweet refreshment.
Hints and Tips
This syrup is also excellent over vanilla ice cream!
