This Sparkling Strawberry Basil Valentine’s Day Mocktail is the perfect way to add a refreshing twist to your celebration without the alcohol. The combination of sweet strawberries, aromatic basil, and sparkling club soda creates a light, flavorful drink that’s as pretty as it is delicious. A touch of edible glitter adds a magical sparkle to this mocktail, making it as visually stunning as it is refreshing.
Helpful Tips
- Muddle the strawberries and basil well: Gently crush them to release their essential oils and enhance the flavor of the drink.
- Using edible glitter: This is a fun way to add a shimmer to your drink.
- Use fresh strawberries: Fresh strawberries give the mocktail a brighter, more vibrant flavor compared to frozen berries.
- Chill your glasses: Pre-chill your glasses to keep your mocktail cold longer, without watering it down.
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Sparkling Strawberry Basil Valentine’s Day Mocktail
Ingredients
For the simple syrup:
- 1/2 cup strawberries
- 1/4 cup fresh basil
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
For the mocktails:
- 4 ounces simple syrup
- 2 ounces lime juice
- Edible glitter
- 8 ounces club soda
- 1 tablespoon sanding sugar for the rim
Instructions
- Make the simple syrup by heating the strawberries, basil, sugar, and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Muddle the strawberries and basil to release the flavor.
- Continue heating until the sugar has dissolved then strain the liquid and let it cool to room temperature.
- Apply the a small amount of the simple syrup to the rim of the glass and roll in the sanding sugar.
- To make the mocktails add ice to two glasses. Stir the simple syrup, lime juice, and edible glitter to mix well. Top with club soda.
Notes
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When not mixing up delicious cocktails to enjoy on the patio with friends, Angela is busy writing about food and drinks for three popular food websites, and exchanging creative ideas on social media.