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Fresh Gin Basil Smash Cocktail

A bright, refreshing gin cocktail made with fresh basil, lemon juice, and sugar for a perfectly balanced herbal drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

Cocktail
  • 8-10 leaves fresh basil
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 2 oz gin
  • 1 cup ice cubes for shaking

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Muddler
  • Fine strainer
  • Rocks glass

Method
 

  1. Add basil leaves and sugar to a cocktail shaker and gently muddle until aromatic.
  2. Pour in lemon juice and gin.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds.
  4. Double strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
  5. Garnish with a basil sprig and lemon wheel before serving.

Notes

Use fresh basil and freshly squeezed lemon juice for best flavor.