Description
A refreshing cocktail with gin, fresh basil, and lemon.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz Gin
- 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 0.75 oz Simple Syrup
- 8–10 Fresh Basil Leaves
Instructions
- Gently muddle the basil leaves in a shaker.
- Add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Double strain into a rocks glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a basil sprig.
Notes
- Use fresh, vibrant basil for best flavor.
- Do not over-muddle the basil; a gentle touch is sufficient.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Cocktail
Keywords: gin cocktail, basil smash, lemon cocktail, herbal cocktail