Basil Lemonade
Base lemonade recipe adapted from [Simply Recipes|http://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/perfect_lemonade/]
Ingredients
For the Simple Syrup:
- 1 c sugar
- 1 c water
For the Lemonade:
- 1 recipe simple syrup
- 1 c freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 c cold water
- 4 basil leaves chiffonade
- lemon slices
Instructions
To make the Simple Syrup:
- In a saucepan, cook water and sugar over medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture is a clear syrup. Set aside.
- To a pitcher, add lemon juice, simple syrup, and cold water. Stir and taste. If too sweet (every batch is different according to your lemons), add more cold water until desired sweetness is reached. Add basil, lemon rounds and ice just before serving. Stir and serve.