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Basil Smash

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The Basil Smash is a refreshing, herbaceous, and slightly sweet cocktail with a hint of tartness from the lemon juice. The gin adds a layer of complexity with its botanical flavors, while the simple syrup balances the acidity of the lemon.

Method
Shaken
Glass
rocks
Difficulty
Medium

Ingredients

Servings:
1
Your bar: 0/4
Simple Syrup
23 ml
Gin
60 ml
Fresh Basil Leaves
10-12
Lemon Juice
30 ml
🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-free

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Instructions

  1. Place your basil leaves in a mixing container, then lightly crush them to extract their aromatic oils.
  2. Pour in the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  3. Pack the shaker with ice cubes, seal it tightly, and agitate vigorously for about 10-15 seconds.
  4. Once shaken, carefully strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a glass filled with crushed ice.
  5. To finish, adorn your drink with a fresh basil sprig and a slice of lemon.

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