Herbal · Citrusy · Refreshing

Illustration of a Gin Basil Smash in a rocks glass

Gin Basil Smash

A herbal, citrusy, and refreshing gin cocktail, muddled and shaken, served over ice, and presented in a rocks glass.

Main alcohol
Gin
Estimated strength
Light
Technique
Muddled
Serving style
Over ice
Glass
Rocks Glass
Garnish
basil
Carbonation
Still

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Gin
  • 1 oz Lemon Juice
  • 0.75 oz Simple Syrup
  • 8 pieces Fresh Basil
  • 1 cup Ice

Instructions

  1. Muddle basil leaves in shaker.
  2. Add gin, lemon juice, syrup, and ice. Shake well.
  3. Double strain over ice in rocks glass. Garnish with basil.

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