Beet Lemonade

📝 Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar
• 1 3/4 cups water (, divided)
• 1 cup lemon juice
• 3/4 cup beet juice
• Ice
• fresh basil leaves

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Prepare the simple syrup: In a saucepan, heat the sugar and 1 1/4 cups of the water over medium heat, stirring frequently until the sugar has dissolved. Cool to room temperature.
2. 2In a pitcher, combine the simple syrup, lemon juice, beet juice, and remaining 1/2 cup of water. Stir to combine. Taste, and add more water if desired. Serve over ice and garnish with basil leaves.