Basil Infused Watermelon Lemonade

1 C. water

3/4 C. sugar

1 C. thinly sliced fresh basil e

8 C. cubed seeded watermelon

1/2 C. fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons)

 

Combine 1 C. water and sugar in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat. Stir in basil; chill 1 hour. Strain sugar mixture through a sieve over a bowl, and discard basil. Place watermelon in a blender; process until smooth. Pour watermelon puree through a fine sieve into a large bowl, reserving liquid; discard solids. Combine watermelon liquid, sugar mixture, and juice in a pitcher; chill.