Strawberry Basil Sangria Mocktail (Printable)

A cooling sip of strawberries, citrus, and basil brings summer freshness to gatherings without alcohol.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruits

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 orange, thinly sliced
03 - 1 lemon, thinly sliced
04 - 1 lime, thinly sliced

→ Herbs

05 - 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves

→ Liquids

06 - 3 cups white grape juice
07 - 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
08 - 1 cup club soda, chilled
09 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

→ Sweetener

10 - 1–2 tablespoons agave syrup or honey, to taste

→ Garnish

11 - Additional basil leaves
12 - Sliced strawberries

# How To Make It:

01 - Arrange sliced strawberries, orange, lemon, lime, and basil leaves in a large pitcher.
02 - Pour in white grape juice and lemon juice. Gently muddle the fruit and basil with a wooden spoon to release their aromatic oils.
03 - Mix in agave syrup or honey until fully dissolved.
04 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
05 - Right before serving, stir in sparkling water and club soda. Blend gently.
06 - Fill glasses with ice, pour sangria mocktail, and embellish with fresh basil leaves and strawberry slices.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It delivers a burst of fresh flavor with just a handful of ingredients, and you can tweak it to fit the mood.
  • The vibrant color and aroma always impress guests, and it turns any gathering into a celebration.
02 -
  • If you rush the infusion stage, the flavors won&apost fully come together, and the basil can taste muddy.
  • Using too much sweetener quickly masks the fresh fruit—always add a bit at a time, tasting as you go.
03 -
  • Layering fruit and muddling gently brings out the best flavors without turning the drink cloudy.
  • Reserve some basil sprigs for each glass—they amp up the aroma on first sip every time.
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