Basil Mimosas Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Combine orange juice, water and basil.
2. 2
   Let steep 2 hrs.
3. 3
   Strain out basil.
4. 4
   Add in lemon juice and sugar.
5. 5
   Stir to dissolve sugar.
6. 6
   Chill over night.
7. 7
   To prepare mimosa, fill a goblet 1/2 to 3/4 full with the flavored orange juice.
8. 8
   Add in a spike of basil flowers, if available, then fill the remainder of the glass with champagne (or possibly ginger ale).
9. 9
   For a different flavor, try using tangerine juice or possibly fruit punch.
10. 10
    Recipe makes 6 to 10 servings.