Jul 14 2026
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Ole Blue Recipe

Inspired by Sauced
Time30m
Serves2

Basil syrup, house sour, club soda

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Ingredients

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Beverage Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Basil Syrup

    If you don't have basil syrup ready, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, and a handful of fresh basil leaves in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, then let it cool and strain out the basil leaves.

  2. 2

    Mix the Drink

    In a large mixing glass, combine 1 cup of basil syrup and 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Stir well to combine.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Drink

    Fill two glasses with ice and pour the basil and lemon mixture evenly into each glass. Top each glass with club soda and stir gently.

  4. 4

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish each drink with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.

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