Skinny Basil Lemon Drop Recipe
Citron Vodka | Lemon | House Basil Oil
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Basil Oil
If you don't have house basil oil, prepare it by blending fresh basil leaves with olive oil in a 2:1 ratio. Strain the mixture to remove solids and set aside.
- 2
Gather Ingredients
Collect all the ingredients needed for the Skinny Basil Lemon Drop cocktail.
Mixing the Cocktail
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of citron vodka, 1 oz of fresh lemon juice, 0.5 oz of house basil oil, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup.
- 4
Add Ice
Fill the shaker with ice to the top.
- 5
Shake Well
Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to ensure all ingredients are well mixed and chilled.
- 6
Strain into Glass
Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
Garnishing
- 7
Add Garnish
Garnish the cocktail with a lemon wedge and a couple of fresh basil leaves on top for an aromatic touch.
