• Preparation Time: 10 minutes (including soaking time for basil seeds)
• Cooking Time: 0 minutes

• 2 tablespoons basil seeds
• 500 ml cold water
• 60 ml fresh lemon juice
• 60-80 ml honey
• A handful of fresh mint leaves
• Ice cubes, for serving

Soak the Basil Seeds:

• In a small bowl, place the basil seeds.
• Add about 1/2 cup of water to the bowl, enough to fully submerge the seeds.
• Let the seeds soak for about 10 minutes until they swell and develop a gel-like outer layer.

Prepare the Drink:

• In a pitcher, combine the cold water, fresh lemon juice, and honey.
• Stir the mixture well to combine the flavors.

Add Basil Seeds and Mint:

• After the basil seeds have soaked and expanded, drain any excess water from them.
• Add the soaked basil seeds to the pitcher with the lemon mixture.
• Tear or lightly bruise the fresh mint leaves to release their aroma and flavor. Add them to the pitcher as well.

Mix and Chill:

• Stir the drink gently to distribute the basil seeds and mint leaves evenly.
• Place the pitcher in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavours to meld.

Serve:

• Before serving, give the drink a gentle stir.
• Fill glasses with ice cubes.
• Pour the chilled Basil Seed Drink into the glasses.

Garnish:

• Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon and a sprig of fresh mint.

Enjoy:

• Serve the Basil Seed Drink immediately and enjoy the refreshing and slightly tangy flavors with the added texture of the basil seeds.

Note: Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the drink by adding more or less honey, according to your preference.