Basil Smash

Ingredients

• GinGinGin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that derives its predominant flavor from juniper berries and other botanicals. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Martini and Gin and Tonic.60 ml
• Lemon JuiceLemon JuiceLemon juice is the acidic liquid extracted from fresh lemons, commonly used in cocktails for its bright, tart flavor. It balances sweetness and enhances the overall taste of drinks.30 ml
• Simple SyrupSimple SyrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar.20 ml
• Fresh basil leavesFresh basil leavesFresh basil leaves are aromatic herbs commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine, known for their sweet and slightly peppery flavor. They are often used as a garnish or muddled in cocktails like the Basil Smash.10
• Fresh basil sprig (garnish)Fresh basil sprig (garnish)Fresh basil is an aromatic herb commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine, known for its sweet and slightly peppery flavor. It is often used as a garnish to enhance the aroma and presentation of cocktails.1 sprig

Method

1. 1

   Place a generous handful of fresh basil leavesfresh basil leavesFresh basil leaves are aromatic herbs commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine, known for their sweet and slightly peppery flavor. They are often used as a garnish or muddled in cocktails like the Basil Smash. (about 8-10 leaves) in a cocktail shaker.

2. 2

   Add simple syrupsimple syrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar. and muddle the basil firmly to release its oils — do not over-muddle.

3. 3

   Add ginginGin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that derives its predominant flavor from juniper berries and other botanicals. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Martini and Gin and Tonic. and fresh lemon juicelemon juiceLemon juice is the acidic liquid extracted from fresh lemons, commonly used in cocktails for its bright, tart flavor. It balances sweetness and enhances the overall taste of drinks..

4. 4

   Fill the shaker with ice and shake hard for 15 seconds.

5. 5

   Double-strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice to remove all basil fragments.

6. 6

   Garnish with a fresh basil sprig standing upright in the glass.