Sparkling Peach Basil Mocktail Recipe

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Rest Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Cooking Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Courses: Beverages
Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 90  C
Servings: 2
Best Season: Summer
Description

A refreshing and elegant Sparkling Peach Basil Mocktail made with ripe peaches, fresh basil, and bubbly sparkling water. This alcohol-free drink is light, fruity, and perfect for warm days, parties, or a relaxing afternoon—delivering a balance of sweetness and herbal freshness in every sip.

Ingredients
    For the Peach Basil Syrup
  • 2 medium ripe peaches (peeled and chopped)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 6–8 fresh basil leaves (lightly crushed)
  • For the Mocktail
  • 1/2 cup peach basil syrup (prepared above)
  • 1 cup sparkling water or club soda (chilled)
  • 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Ice cubes (as needed)
  • For Garnish
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • Peach slices
  • Lemon slices (optional)
Instructions
    Prepare the Peach Basil Syrup
  1. 1
    In a small saucepan, combine chopped peaches, sugar, and water. Place over low heat and let it simmer gently. Stir occasionally until the peaches soften and release their juices (about 5 minutes). Lightly mash the peaches with a spoon to extract more flavor.
  2. Infuse with Basil
  3. 2
    Add the crushed basil leaves to the warm peach mixture. Turn off the heat and let it steep for 10 minutes. This allows the basil to infuse a fresh, slightly herbal aroma into the syrup.
  4. Strain the Syrup
  5. 3
    Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a bowl or jar, pressing gently to extract all the liquid. Discard the solids. Let the syrup cool completely before using.
  6. Assemble the Mocktail
  7. 4
    Fill serving glasses with ice cubes. Pour in about 2–3 tablespoons of peach basil syrup per glass. Add fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavor.
  8. Add Sparkle
  9. 5
    Top each glass with chilled sparkling water. Stir gently to combine without losing the bubbles.
  10. Garnish and Serve
  11. 6
    Garnish with fresh basil leaves, peach slices, and optional lemon slices. Serve immediately while chilled and fizzy.
Note

Use ripe, sweet peaches for the best natural flavor—this reduces the need for extra sugar. You can substitute sparkling water with lemon soda for a sweeter version. For a stronger basil flavor, slightly bruise the leaves before adding them. The peach basil syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days in an airtight container. For a more layered flavor, add a splash of orange juice or mint leaves.

Keywords: refreshing, summer drink, non-alcoholic, fruity, easy mocktail
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