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Watermelon Basil Lemon-Lime
Watermelon, basil, and a sharp lime finish.
Bright & Lively
The recipe
Make the drink.
Ingredients · 1 drink
- 5 oz chilled lemon-lime soda
- 1 oz watermelon juice
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- ¼ oz basil syrup
- Ice
Method
- 1Fill a chilled serving glass with fresh ice.
- 2Add the juices, syrups, or tea and stir briefly.
- 3Top slowly with the chilled soda and give the glass one gentle lift.
- 4Garnish and serve immediately.
Occasions note
Basil syrup is more controlled than muddled leaves here. The soda stays pink and bright.
Batch note
Make it for a crowd.
For 6, combine 30 oz lemon-lime soda, 6 oz watermelon juice, 3 oz lime juice, and 1½ oz basil syrup. Serve over ice.
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