Strawberry Basil Sangria Mocktail (Printable)

Crisp strawberries and citrus shine with basil in this festive summer sip, chilled and alcohol-free.

# 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

# Directions:

01 - Place the sliced strawberries, orange, lemon, lime, and basil leaves in a large pitcher.
02 - Pour in white grape juice and lemon juice. Muddle fruit and basil gently with a wooden spoon to release flavors.
03 - Stir in agave syrup or honey, according to preference, until fully dissolved.
04 - Cover pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow ingredients to infuse.
05 - Immediately before serving, pour in chilled sparkling water and club soda. Stir gently to combine.
06 - Fill glasses with ice, distribute sangria mocktail, and garnish each with basil leaves and sliced strawberries.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • This sangria mocktail feels like a treat but is simple enough for any afternoon.
  • The blend of fruit and basil surprises every time, making it a crowd-pleaser for both kids and grown-ups.
02 -
  • I once skipped the hour of chilling and learned quickly—infusing is truly what unlocks the full flavor.
  • Adding bubbles before chilling makes them go flat; always wait until serving for the best sparkle.
03 -
  • Use a wooden spoon for muddling instead of metal to avoid bruising the herbs.
  • Slice citrus fruits as thinly as possible—they infuse better and make every glass more colorful.
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