Strawberry Basil Sangria Mocktail (Printable)

Juicy strawberries, citrus, and basil blend for a vibrant, alcohol-free summer drink—ideal for gatherings and warm days.

# What You 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

# Directions:

01 - Add the sliced strawberries, orange, lemon, lime, and basil leaves to a large pitcher.
02 - Pour in the white grape juice and lemon juice. Use a wooden spoon or muddler to gently crush the fruit and basil, releasing aromatic flavors.
03 - Stir in agave syrup or honey, if desired, until fully dissolved.
04 - Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Immediately before serving, pour in chilled sparkling water and club soda. Stir gently to combine.
06 - Fill glasses with ice, pour the prepared mocktail, and garnish with additional basil leaves and sliced strawberries.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • I swear, every sip tastes like summer even on gloomy days.
  • It's pure fun in a glass with all the juicy flavors and none of the heavy feeling.
02 -
  • Don’t skip chilling—once, I made the mistake of serving it right away, and flavors didn’t meld nearly as well.
  • Gently muddling is key; rough stirring bruises the basil and turns it bitter.
03 -
  • Let the fruit and basil infuse as long as possible—the transformation in flavor is surprising.
  • Always use freshly squeezed lemon juice for brightness you can't bottle.
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