Can I turn the Strawberry Basil Sparkling Mocktail into a frozen drink?

Yes, the Strawberry Basil Sparkling Mocktail can be transformed into a frozen treat by blending the ingredients with ice or frozen strawberries. Add basil, lime juice, and sweetener to a blender with ice, then blend until slushy. You can still top with a splash of sparkling water to maintain that signature fizz.

Is the Strawberry Basil Sparkling Mocktail suitable for kids?

Absolutely. The Strawberry Basil Sparkling Mocktail is 100% alcohol-free and made from whole, clean ingredients. It’s colorful, fruity, lightly sweetened, and naturally fizzy—perfect for kids’ parties, family dinners, and school events. You can even leave out the sweetener if the strawberries are ripe enough.

Can I make a Strawberry Basil Sparkling Mocktail in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the base of the Strawberry Basil Sparkling Mocktail ahead of time by muddling strawberries, basil, lime juice, and your chosen sweetener. Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 48 hours. When you're ready to serve, simply pour over sparkling water and garnish. This helps preserve the fizz and freshness of the final mocktail.

What makes the Strawberry Basil Sparkling Mocktail a Thai-inspired drink?

The Strawberry Basil Sparkling Mocktail uses Thai basil, a fragrant herb common in Thai cooking. Combined with lime juice and fresh strawberries, it brings together Thai flavor notes like sweet, sour, and herbal in a way that reflects traditional Thai flavor harmony. Thai basil has a slightly spicy, licorice-like edge that makes this mocktail stand out from versions using sweet basil.

Strawberry Basil Sparkling Mocktail – The Most Delicious Thai-Inspired Drink Ever

Description

A refreshing and flavorful Thai-inspired non-alcoholic drink combining fresh strawberries, Thai basil, lime juice, and sparkling water for a vibrant and healthy mocktail.

Ingredients

Scale

3 medium strawberries
4–6 basil leaves
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sweetener of choice
1 cup sparkling water

Instructions

Muddle strawberries, basil leaves, lime juice, and sweetener in a sturdy glass for about 1 minute.
Pour in sparkling water gently over the muddled mixture.
Stir softly to combine all ingredients without losing the fizz.
Add ice to fill the glass as desired.
Garnish with a strawberry slice or basil sprig and serve immediately.

Notes

Use Thai basil for a more authentic flavor.
Sweetener options include honey, agave, or stevia.
For variation, add blueberries or cucumber slices.
Chill glassware before serving to keep the drink cooler longer.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass
Calories: 40
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 5mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 9g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Strawberry Basil Sparkling Mocktail, Thai mocktail, non-alcoholic Thai drink, refreshing mocktail, basil lime drink