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Ingredients

  • 4C water
  • 3C sugar
  • 2C fresh basil leaves (about 1.5 oz)
  • 2 1-liter bottles club soda, chilled
  • 2C lemon juice
  • Ice Cubes
  • 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, sliced
  • Fresh Basil LEaves

Method

  • 1. For Basil syrup, in large saucepan combine water, sugar and 2C basil leaves. Bring to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce hear. Simmer, uncovered, for 20 min. Strain and discard leaves. Cover and chill syrup for 2 - 24 hours.
  • 2. For lemonade, in very large punch bowl combine chilled syrup, club soda, and lemon juice. Serve over ice and garnish with jalapeno slices and fresh basil leaves.