Botanist Recipe
Make Botanist Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Garnish Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Fresh Herbs
Rinse the fresh basil and mint leaves under cold water to remove any dirt. Pat dry with a clean towel.
- 2
Prepare the Cucumber
Peel the cucumber, if desired, and slice it into thin rounds or cubes.
Mixing
- 3
Blend Ingredients
In a blender, combine the fresh basil leaves, fresh mint leaves, cucumber, lemon juice, honey, and water. Blend on high speed until smooth and well combined.
- 4
Strain the Mixture
Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large pitcher to remove the pulp, pressing down with a spatula to extract as much liquid as possible.
Serving
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Pour the strained liquid into serving glasses filled with ice. Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint. Serve immediately.
