BASIL AND JALAPENO LEMONADE

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The jalapeno flavor is a nice finish to the sweet lemonade. Try this out. You'll be surprised! Pleasantly! There is ZERO heat from the jalapeno in this concoction. Even my kids drink it up! It is Fabulous!

Provided by Melissa Baldan @mellymel74

Categories     Punches

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cup(s) water
3 cup(s) sugar
1 cup(s) fresh basil
2 tablespoon(s) fresh mint
1 - jalapeno pepper
1 liter(s) club soda
2 cup(s) fresh lemon juice
- ice

Steps:

  • Simple Syrup: In large saucepan combine water, sugar, basil, mint and whole jalapeno. Bring to a boil and then reduce to simmer. Continue simmering for 20 minutes. Strain simple syrup and discard jalapeno and leaves. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours - overnight is best.
  • In very large punch container combine syrup, soda and juice.
  • Serve over ice. Garnish with fresh basil or mint, if desired.

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