PEACH-BASIL COOLER

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Mix peaches and basil with club soda for a cool and refreshing mocktail! -Dana Hinck, Pensacola, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups sugar
4 cups chopped peeled fresh peaches or 1 pound frozen unsweetened sliced peaches
1 package (3/4 ounce) fresh basil leaves
2 cups cold water
1-1/2 cups fresh lemon juice
Additional cold water
Ice cubes
Club soda or champagne
Additional fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine sugar, peaches, basil and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Remove from heat; let stand 30 minutes. Discard basil; stir in lemon juice. Refrigerate until cooled completely., Place peach mixture in a blender; cover and process until blended. Strain into a pitcher; add additional cold water to reach desired consistency. To serve, fill glasses with ice. Pour peach mixture halfway up glass; top with club soda or, if desired, champagne. Serve with additional basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Changkuoth Mic
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This is the best peach cooler I've ever had.


Agon Luta
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This cooler is so good! I love the combination of peaches and basil.


Queen Faliz
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This cooler is the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day. It's refreshing and flavorful, and it's easy to make.


Anthony Sus
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I love the unique flavor of this cooler. It's a great way to change up my usual summer drink routine.


Husnain Imran
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This cooler is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Yashwa Manvil
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I'm not a big fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this cooler. The basil flavor is subtle and it really complements the peaches.


Sadam Baloch
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This cooler is the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day. It's refreshing and flavorful, and it's easy to make.


Melton Knight
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I love that this cooler is made with fresh ingredients. It's so much healthier than store-bought coolers.


Musicologo la Taverna
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This recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different fruits and herbs and it's always delicious.


James Ndevu
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I'm allergic to peaches, but I still enjoyed this cooler. I used nectarines instead and it was just as good.


Javontae Kirkland
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This cooler is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Suleekho Shire
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I added a splash of lime juice to this recipe and it really brightened it up.


Rao Abdul Rehman
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I made this cooler with sparkling water instead of club soda and it was still delicious.


Baron otieno
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This cooler is the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Elliott Notbin
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I'm not usually a fan of basil in drinks, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


PRINCE WATUZO
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll be making it all summer long.


Jordyn Delrio
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I love the subtle flavor of basil in this drink. It really complements the peaches.


Alibhai Kamran
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This is one of the most refreshing drinks I've ever had.


Shashrika Nadun
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I made this cooler for a party last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and it's a great way to use up fresh peaches.


Sheikh Jawwad
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This peach basil cooler is the perfect drink for a hot summer day! It's refreshing, flavorful, and easy to make. I love the combination of sweet peaches and fresh basil. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! I will definitely be maki