Jul 14 2026
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House Italian Soda Recipe

Inspired by Modesto
Time15m
Serves4

Basil limeade Sparkling lemonade

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Basil Limeade

    In a blender, combine the fresh basil leaves, lime juice, and simple syrup. Blend until the basil is finely chopped and the mixture is well combined.

  2. 2

    Strain the Mixture

    Use a fine mesh strainer to strain the basil limeade mixture into a large pitcher, discarding the solid basil bits.

  3. 3

    Combine with Sparkling Water

    Add the sparkling water to the pitcher with the basil limeade and stir gently to combine.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the basil limeade sparkling mixture over the ice, and garnish with lime wedges.

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