Cucumber Basil Sparkler 🥒🌿✨

[bini_colet]

I wanted to share a unique and refreshing drink recipe: Cucumber Basil Sparkler. It's a perfect blend of fresh cucumber, basil, and lime with a fizzy kick. Ideal for a hot day or when you want something a bit different! Enjoy!

Ingredients:

• 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4-5 limes)
• 4 cups sparkling water
• Ice cubes
• Basil sprigs and cucumber slices for garnish

Instructions:

1. Make the Basil Syrup:
   • In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and the honey (or agave syrup). Heat over medium heat, stirring until the honey is dissolved.
   • Remove from heat and add the fresh basil leaves. Let it steep for about 15-20 minutes, then strain out the basil leaves and let the syrup cool.
2. Prepare the Cucumber Base:
   • In a large pitcher, combine the cucumber slices and lime juice. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently mash the cucumber slices to release their juices.
3. Mix the Drink:
   • Add the basil syrup to the pitcher with the cucumber and lime mixture. Stir well to combine.
   • Fill the pitcher with ice cubes and pour in the sparkling water. Give it a gentle stir to mix everything together.
4. Serve:
   • Pour the Cucumber Basil Sparkler into glasses filled with ice.
   • Garnish with a sprig of basil and a slice of cucumber for a refreshing touch.

 

[chimam]

I love the idea of combining cucumber and basil for a refreshing twist. The basil syrup is a nice touch—I bet it really brings out the flavors. Can't wait to try this out at my next get-together. Thanks for sharing!

 

[Rain]

I wanted to share a unique and refreshing drink recipe: Cucumber Basil Sparkler. It's a perfect blend of fresh cucumber, basil, and lime with a fizzy kick. Ideal for a hot day or when you want something a bit different! Enjoy!
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Ingredients:

• 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4-5 limes)
• 4 cups sparkling water
• Ice cubes
• Basil sprigs and cucumber slices for garnish

Instructions:

1. Make the Basil Syrup:
   • In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and the honey (or agave syrup). Heat over medium heat, stirring until the honey is dissolved.
   • Remove from heat and add the fresh basil leaves. Let it steep for about 15-20 minutes, then strain out the basil leaves and let the syrup cool.
2. Prepare the Cucumber Base:
   • In a large pitcher, combine the cucumber slices and lime juice. Using a muddler or the back of a spoon, gently mash the cucumber slices to release their juices.
3. Mix the Drink:
   • Add the basil syrup to the pitcher with the cucumber and lime mixture. Stir well to combine.
   • Fill the pitcher with ice cubes and pour in the sparkling water. Give it a gentle stir to mix everything together.
4. Serve:
   • Pour the Cucumber Basil Sparkler into glasses filled with ice.
   • Garnish with a sprig of basil and a slice of cucumber for a refreshing touch.

The Cucumber Basil Sparkler sounds like the perfect refreshing drink for a sunny day! I can't wait to try it out at my next backyard barbecue. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

 

[MashaBear]

Your Cucumber Basil Sparkler looks so refreshing and vibrant! I can almost taste the crisp cucumber paired with the herbal kick of basil, all topped off with a sparkling twist. Perfect for cooling down on a sunny day or as a delightful mocktail option. Thanks for sharing this refreshing recipe!

 

[Dom]

so healthy and refreshing!