Categories: Cold Beverage

Ingredients

• 3 1/2 cups cold water
• 1 cup packed fresh basil leaf
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
• 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lime juice
• fresh basil sprig, for garnish

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, combine 2 cups water, the basil leaves, and sugar; bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved.

2. Decrease heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.

3. Remove from heat and let cool for 30 minutes.

4. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a 1 ½ quart container.

5. Add in the lemon juice, remaining 1½ cups water, and lime juice; stir until blended.

6. Chill until very cold; serve over ice; garnish with basil sprig.

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