Boil 1 cup water and dissolve 1 cup sugar to make a simple syrup. Let the syrup cool.

Juice 7 – 9 lemons to yield 1 cup of lemon juice. Mix the simple syrup and lemon juice in a large pitcher. Add the water to dilute to your desired tartness.

Chop strawberries and sprinkle with up to a tablespoon of sugar. Add the chopped basil. Let sit out for an hour to allow time for the strawberries to release their juice.

Add some fruit to a cup, add a cup of lemonade, a shot of vodka and/or limoncello (optional), top with some soda. Add a lemon and strawberry garnish.

Relax with your feet up and enjoy!