If you plan on throwing a BBQ party for Independence Day add this tasty refreshing + delicious Spiked Triple Berry Basil Lemonade cocktail to your party. It’s a perfect balance of sweet + tart. Smirnoff Red, White + Berry vodka mixed with tart lemonade + fresh, sweet berries are not only the ultimate summertime cocktail, but they also add fireworks to your Independence Day party.
Below is a classy and sophisticated way to ring in Independence Day with Spiked Triple Berry Basil Lemonade cocktail that requires so little effort.
YOU’LL NEED:
Berry Basil Ice Cubes
2 cups of lemonade
handful of berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, cherries)
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips
Basil Lemon Syrup
4 ounces fresh basil leaves
4 cups water
2 cups sugar
6 strips lemon peel
Triple Berry Basil Lemonade
8 cups lemonade (store bought or homemade)
1 1/2 cups Smirnoff Red, White & Berry vodka
1/2 cup Basil Lemon syrup
TO MAKE:
Berry Basil Ice Cubes
Place lemonade into ice cube tray + place a few berries into each cube along with a few strips of fresh basil.
Place into freezer until solid
Basil Lemon Syrup*
In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients + bring to a boil. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
Turn off heat and allow to cool to room temperature
*You will have extra as this makes about 5 cups of syrup. You can use it to sweeten your tea, lemonade + cocktails. It won't go to waste!
Triple Berry Basil Lemonade
In a large pitcher, combine lemonade, Red, White and Berry vodka + basil lemon syrup. Stir to combine.
Place 4 ice cubes into high ball glass and pour in Triple Berry Basil Lemonade. Garnish with extra berries, basil + a cute straw (if desired)
Want some fresh Basil leaves right at your fingertips, stop by GSCO today + grab some for your garden.
*Recipe from strawberryblondiekitchen.com