Watermelon and Basil Spritz

Directions

Basil sugar syrup

1. Combine all basil sugar syrup ingredients in a pot over a high heat and bring to a boil.

2. Stir continuously until the sugar dissolves.

3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.

4. Let sit for approximately one hour. Drain through a sieve and store in an air-tight glass container in the fridge. This can be kept in the fridge for 1 week.

Watermelon Spritz

1. Blitz watermelon in a blender or thermomix. Pour into a jug.

2. Top the jug with mineral water and add the basil sugar syrup (to taste).

3. Add ice and garnish with watermelon slices and extra basil leaves.