Strawberry Lemonade...Plus Vodka...Plus Basil
 
Ingredients
  • 1 heaping cup strawberries, chopped
  • 1 cup water
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 2 packets Stevia (This is my way of reducing the sugar a bit. If you prefer, use a whole cup of sugar and omit the Stevia.)
  • 1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice, about 6 lemons
  • 3 more cups water
Instructions
  1. Combine strawberries, water, sugar, and (if using) Stevia in a medium saucepan.
  2. Bring mixture to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally and use a wooden spoon to mash up the strawberries and release their juice. Set aside.
  4. Combine lemon juice and 3 cups of water in a pitcher.
  5. Strain the strawberry syrup mixture through a fine mesh strainer.
  6. Add strawberry syrup to the lemonade and chill for at least 30 minutes. Serve over ice.
Recipe by Tastefully Julie at http://tastefullyjulie.com/strawberry-lemonade-cocktail-three-ways/