Raspberry Basil Fizz
Give your iced tea a sophisticated twist with this Bella Basil Raspberry Tea cocktail. Fragrant basil adds depth of flavor, while fresh raspberries lend a vibrant red hue. Enjoy the delightful fizz and the convenience of making it ahead of time. Perfect for any occasion, this cocktail is sure to impress your guests with its refreshing and unique blend of flavors.
Raspberry Basil Fizz
A delightful and refreshing cocktail with fragrant basil, fresh raspberries, and a hint of lime, topped off with a fizzy kick.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 black tea bag
- 8 oz carbonated water or sparkling rose wine
- Ice cubes
- Optional: Fresh raspberries and basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, basil, and lime juice. Mash the berries and cook over medium heat for about 7 minutes until the berries release their juices.
- Remove from heat, add the tea bag, cover, and let it steep for 20 minutes. Then strain the mixture, discarding the tea bag and raspberry seeds. Transfer the tea to a pitcher and refrigerate until serving.
- Just before serving, slowly add the carbonated water or wine to the pitcher and stir gently.
- Serve the cocktail over ice and garnish with fresh raspberries and basil leaves if desired.