Strawberry Basil Sangria Mocktail

Refreshing, alcohol-free sangria made with strawberries, citrus and basil. Ideal for hot days and festive occasions.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

02 - 1 orange, thinly sliced

03 - 1 lemon, thinly sliced

04 - 1 lime, thinly sliced

05 - 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves

06 - 3 cups white grape juice

07 - 1 cup sparkling water, chilled

08 - 1 cup club soda, chilled

09 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

10 - 1 to 2 tablespoons agave syrup or honey, to taste

11 - Additional basil leaves

12 - Sliced strawberries

01 - Place sliced strawberries, orange, lemon, lime, and fresh basil leaves into a large pitcher.

02 - Pour in white grape juice and lemon juice. Gently muddle the fruit and basil using a wooden spoon to release their flavors.

03 - Stir in agave syrup or honey, if desired, until fully dissolved.

04 - Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for a minimum of 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.

05 - Just before serving, add chilled sparkling water and club soda. Stir gently to combine.

06 - Fill glasses with ice, pour the sangria mocktail, and garnish with extra basil leaves and strawberry slices.

01 -

Let me tell you, the basil transforms this from a regular fruit punch into a sparkling grown-up drink—without the booze.
It’s a snap to prepare ahead, and I love how each glass feels different depending on what fruits float to the top.

02 -

I once rushed and added the sparkling water too soon—by the time I poured, it had gone flat, so always wait until just before serving.
Bruising the basil with your hands deepens the flavor way more than just tossing leaves in whole—don’t skip it.

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Muddling for just a few seconds is enough—you want to coax, not crush, or the basil can taste bitter.
If you’re using honey as your sweetener, dissolve it in a bit of warm water first for easier mixing.