Step 1

If using simple syrup, place water and sugar in a pot and bring to a boil, lower and simmer for 6 minutes. Allow to cool. If using liquid stevia, skip this step

Step 2

To make drink: place a few basil leaves and 2 lemon wedges in bottom of glass, muddle, crushing the lemon wedges and basil together

Step 3

Add lemon juice and either simple syrup or stevia drops, and muddle more. Then pour tonic water into glass.

Step 4

Add a few ice cubes, and garnish with additional basil and lemon wedges if desired.