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Grapefruit Basil Punch

Grapefruit Basil Punch

This refreshing punch combines sweet and tangy citrus flavor with a hint of savory basil to create the perfect spring drink.
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Recipe - Downers Grove, IL
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Grapefruit Basil Punch
Prep Time6 Minutes
Servings10
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Ingredients
¾ cup water
¾ cup agave nectar
1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
3 cups grapefruit juice
¼ cup fresh lime juice
1 (1 liter) bottle Fresh Thyme sparkling mineral water or 1 (750 ml.) bottle sparkling rosé wine
Directions
  1. In a small saucepan, heat water and agave nectar over medium heat. Whisk until agave nectar is dissolved. Remove from heat and add basil leaves. Cover and let cool; then discard wilted basil leaves.
  2. In a large ice-filled pitcher, combine cooled mixture, grapefruit juice, and fresh lime juice. Add your choice of sparkling mineral water or sparkling rosé wine. Stir to combine. Add grapefruit slices, fresh basil leaves, and pomegranate arils to glasses for garnish, if desired. Makes 10 6-oz. servings.
Nutritional Information

Nutrition facts per serving: 67 calories, 0 g fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 g trans fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 7 mg sodium, 17 g carbohydrates, 2 g fiber, 12 g sugar, 1 g protein. Daily Values: 6% vitamin A, 10% vitamin C, 9% calcium, 5% iron.

6 minutes
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Cook Time
10
Servings

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, heat water and agave nectar over medium heat. Whisk until agave nectar is dissolved. Remove from heat and add basil leaves. Cover and let cool; then discard wilted basil leaves.
  2. In a large ice-filled pitcher, combine cooled mixture, grapefruit juice, and fresh lime juice. Add your choice of sparkling mineral water or sparkling rosé wine. Stir to combine. Add grapefruit slices, fresh basil leaves, and pomegranate arils to glasses for garnish, if desired. Makes 10 6-oz. servings.