Garden Basil Martini Recipe
vodka, basil, fresh squeezed lime juice
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Ingredients
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Liquor
Fresh Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Basil
In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh basil leaves and gently muddle them with a muddler or the back of a spoon. This releases the oils and flavor of the basil.
- 2
Add Vodka and Lime Juice
Pour in the vodka and fresh-squeezed lime juice into the shaker with the muddled basil.
- 3
Shake the Mixture
Fill the shaker with ice and secure the lid. Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Strain the Cocktail
Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass to remove the basil leaves and ice.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Garnish the martini with a fresh basil leaf and a lime wheel on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately and enjoy!