Cucumber Basil Mocktail
A cucumber basil mocktail is a refreshing, non-alcoholic beverage that combines the crisp, cool flavour of cucumber with the aromatic sweetness of basil. This mocktail is perfect for hot summer days, offering a light, herbaceous twist that’s both hydrating and flavourful.
Equipment
- Cocktail Tumblers
- Collins Glass
- Duralex Clear Stacking Bowls
- Ice Cube Tray
- Over The Sink Colander
- Saucepan
- Strainer
- Tall Drinking Glasses
Ingredients
For the simple syrup
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup white sugar
- 1 cup basil leaves
For the cucumber basil mocktail
- 120 ml basil simple syrup
- 90 ml sparkling water
- 60 ml lime juice
- cucumber slices
- ice
- basil leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the simple syrup by placing the water, sugar and basil leaves in a pot and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
- Pass through a fine sieve and set aside to cool down completely.
- Once the basil simple syrup is ready, it's time to prepare your mocktail: juice the limes and set aside.
- Prepare two glasses with a slice of cucumber each, fill them with ice then share the lime juice among the two glasses.
- Do the same with the basil simple syrup and combine, then top up with some sparkling water and garnish with some basil leaves.
- Serve immediately.