Plum-Basil Fizzes

A bright and effervescent blend of grilled plums, basil, and chilled seltzer with a hint of lemon and agave—perfect for summer sipping or elegant entertaining.

Recipe Information

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8 servings

Ingredients

2 fresh plums, pitted and cut into thin wedges

¼ cup fresh basil leaves

4 cups unsweetened plum juice

2 tablespoons agave nectar

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

4 cups seltzer water, chilled

Ice cubes

Blueberries and fresh mint, for garnish

Directions

Prepare a charcoal or gas grill with a lightly greased grill rack for direct cooking over medium heat. Grill plum wedges for 4 minutes or until they are slightly caramelized and have grill marks, turning once. Remove from grill; set aside.
Add basil leaves and four plum wedges to a 3-quart pitcher. Using a wooden spoon, muddle the basil and plums in pitcher. Stir in plum juice, agave nectar and lemon juice. Chill mixture for at least 2 hours. Chill remaining plum wedges until ready to serve.
Just before serving, strain plum juice mixture; discard solids. Return strained juice mixture to pitcher. Add remaining plum wedges. Slowly add seltzer water and stir mixture to combine. Serve in glasses over ice cubes. If desired, garnish with blueberries and mint.

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