Basil Lemon Drop Poptails
Prep time: 30 mins | Servings: 6 | Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
Popsicles:
Santa Cruz Organic Lemonade
Basil Simple Syrup:
2 cups water
2 cups white sugar
2 cups fresh basil leaves
Basil Lemon Drop:
2 cups vodka
1 cup Santa Cruz Organic 100% Pure Lemon Juice
1 cup basil simple syrup
1 liter seltzer water
Garnish:
Lemonade popsicles
Lemon slices
Basil Leaves
Directions
Freeze lemonade in popsicle maker overnight. Chill all drink ingredients.
Make basil simple syrup: combine water and sugar in a medium pan and bring to a boil. Add in basil leaves and let simmer for one minute. Turn off heat and let steep for 30 minutes then strain into a glass jar. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Make the cocktails: In your favorite pitcher, combine vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, seltzer water, lemon slices and basil leaves. Stir to combine. Pour into glasses and garnish each one with a lemonade popsicle.
Tip: Make it a mocktail by leaving out the vodka!