Strawberry Basil Sangria Mocktail (Print version)

Enjoy strawberry, basil, and citrus in a sparkling glass—refreshing, alcohol-free, perfect for festive summer gatherings.

# 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 Steps:

01 - Place the sliced strawberries, orange, lemon, lime, and basil leaves into a large pitcher.
02 - Pour in the white grape juice and lemon juice. Carefully muddle the fruit and basil with a wooden spoon to extract their flavors.
03 - Incorporate agave syrup or honey, stirring until fully dissolved.
04 - Cover and refrigerate the pitcher for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld.
05 - Right before serving, add the chilled sparkling water and club soda. Stir gently to combine.
06 - Fill glasses with ice, pour the sangria mocktail, and garnish each with extra basil leaves and sliced strawberries.

# Tips from the pros:

01 -
  • It delivers all the sparkle and juicy flavor of sangria without the alcohol, so everyone can join in.
  • The infusion of basil adds a layer of freshness that works beautifully alongside citrus and strawberries.
02 -
  • Muddling too aggressively can make the basil bitter—be gentle and patient.
  • Chilling for at least an hour is essential; skipping it leaves the drink tasting flat.
03 -
  • Use the freshest herbs you can find—they give the drink its signature aroma.
  • Layer fruit slices in the pitcher for a striking look that makes every glass photogenic.
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