Strawberry Basil Sangria Mocktail (Printable)

Juicy strawberries, basil, citrus and grape juice unite for a sparkling, vibrant summer beverage.

# 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 - In a large pitcher, add sliced strawberries, orange, lemon, lime, and basil leaves.
02 - Pour in white grape juice and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Using a wooden spoon or muddler, gently press the fruit and basil to release aromas.
03 - Stir in agave syrup or honey until fully dissolved if preferred.
04 - Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to enhance flavor infusion.
05 - Just before serving, add chilled sparkling water and club soda. Stir gently to combine.
06 - Fill glasses with ice, pour prepared mocktail, and decorate with basil leaves and sliced strawberries.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It feels like summer in a glass, with juicy fruit and basil making every sip refreshing.
  • No alcohol means everyone can join in, and it's easy to tweak for sweetness or herbal flavors.
02 -
  • If you muddle the basil too aggressively, the mocktail can turn bitter—be gentle!
  • Adding sparkling water before chilling leads to flat bubbles, so wait until the last minute.
03 -
  • Using real lemon juice instead of bottled gives unmatched brightness.
  • Stack your citrus slices on top as a final layer—they infuse gently without dominating.
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