Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsMerle's Whiskey KitchenSmooth Ambler Recipe

Smooth Ambler Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Smooth Ambler Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Muddle the Basil

    In a cocktail shaker, place the fresh basil leaves and gently muddle them with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release their aromatic oils.

  2. 2

    Add the Liquids

    Pour in the Smooth Ambler Greenbrier Vodka, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup into the shaker with the muddled basil.

  3. 3

    Shake the Mixture

    Fill the shaker with ice and securely close it. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.

  4. 4

    Strain and Serve

    Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass to remove any basil fragments.

Garnishing

  1. 5

    Garnish the Drink

    Float a basil sprig and a lemon wheel on top of the cocktail for an elegant presentation.

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