Gin Basil Smash
Sour & Citrusy · rocks glass
A bright, herbaceous gin cocktail that combines the spirit's botanicals with muddled basil and tart lemon.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Gin
- 1 oz Lemon Juice
- 0.75 oz Simple Syrup
- 8 leaves Basil Leaves
- 1 Basil Sprig (optional)
Method
- Gently muddle the basil leaves in a shaker.
- Add gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and ice to the shaker.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Double strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with a fresh basil sprig.