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Fresh Gin Basil Smash Cocktail

A bright, herbaceous gin cocktail made with fresh basil, lemon juice, and sugar for a refreshing, modern classic.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8-10 leaves fresh basil
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar or simple syrup
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 2 oz gin
  • ice cubes as needed

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Muddler
  • Fine strainer
  • Rocks glass

Method
 

  1. Add basil leaves and sugar to a cocktail shaker and gently muddle to release aroma.
  2. Pour in lemon juice and gin.
  3. Fill shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well chilled.
  4. Double strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
  5. Garnish with basil or lemon and serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh basil only and avoid over-muddling to prevent bitterness.