A sophisticated and refreshing purple mocktail blending fresh blueberries, aromatic basil, and floral lavender syrup for the perfect summer drink.
1 cup fresh blueberries
10-12 fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
3/4 cup lavender simple syrup
2 cups sparkling water or club soda
Ice cubes
Extra blueberries and lemon slices for garnish
1. In a pitcher, muddle the blueberries and basil leaves together until the berries release their juice.
2. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lavender simple syrup.
3. Fill glasses with ice and pour the blueberry mixture halfway.
4. Top each glass with sparkling water and stir gently.
5. Garnish with fresh blueberries, lemon wheels, and basil sprigs.
Use food-grade lavender for the syrup to avoid a soapy taste.
Frozen blueberries work great and provide a deeper purple color.
Scale up for parties by using a large punch bowl.