Kombucha Life Recipe
Vodka, Strawberry Purée, Fresh Basil, Kombucha, Splash of Balsamic
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Method
Cocktail
- 1
Muddle basil and purée
In a cocktail shaker, add 6 fresh basil leaves, 1 oz strawberry purée, 0.5 oz fresh lime juice and 0.25 oz simple syrup. Gently muddle the basil just enough to release aromatic oils — do not pulverize to avoid bitterness.
- 2
Add spirits and ice
Add 2 oz vodka to the shaker, then add enough ice to fill the shaker about two-thirds full (approximately 1 cup).
- 3
Shake
Shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds to chill and integrate the purée and basil.
- 4
Strain over fresh ice
Double-strain (use a Hawthorne and fine mesh strainer if available) into a chilled Collins or highball glass filled with fresh ice.
- 5
Top with kombucha
Slowly top the cocktail with 3 oz kombucha so it retains some effervescence. Give the glass a gentle stir (1–2 turns) to combine.
- 6
Finish with balsamic
Carefully drop 1/4 tsp (a splash) of good-quality balsamic vinegar onto the top of the drink. It will sit briefly on the surface and then disperse slightly—this adds a bright, savory-acidic note.
- 7
Garnish and serve
Garnish with a thin strawberry slice on the rim and a small basil sprig tucked into the glass. Serve immediately.