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Scarlet Ibis Recipe

Inspired by Franklin Cafe
Time15m
Serves1

Grey Goose Watermelon Basil, Simple Sips Watermelon Hibis-Kiss

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THE SOUND

hendrick’s gin, cucumber, mint, citrus

refreshing · herbal · citrusy

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Base

Garnish

Method

Cocktail Preparation

1

Prepare the Ingredients

Gather all the ingredients including Grey Goose Vodka, watermelon juice, Simple Sips Watermelon Hibis-Kiss, fresh basil leaves, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice cubes.

2

Muddle the Basil

In a cocktail shaker, add fresh basil leaves and a splash of lime juice. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the basil leaves to release their flavor.

3

Mix the Cocktail

Add Grey Goose Vodka, watermelon juice, Simple Sips Watermelon Hibis-Kiss, the remaining lime juice, and simple syrup into the shaker with the muddled basil.

4

Shake It Up

Fill the shaker with ice cubes, cover, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.

5

Strain into Glass

Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the cocktail mixture into a chilled cocktail glass to remove the basil leaves and ice.

Garnishing

6

Garnish the Cocktail

Place a watermelon wedge on the rim of the glass and add a sprig of basil for garnish.

7

Serve

Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Scarlet Ibis cocktail!

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