Strawberry Basil Up Recipe
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Ingredients
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MARTINIS
Method
MARTINIS
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Wash the fresh strawberries and basil leaves thoroughly. Remove the green tops from the strawberries and slice them in half.
- 2
Muddle the Strawberries and Basil
In a cocktail shaker, add the halved strawberries and fresh basil leaves. Muddle them gently using a muddler or the back of a spoon to release the juices and flavors.
- 3
Add Liquids
Pour in the vodka, simple syrup, and fresh lemon juice into the shaker with the muddled strawberries and basil. Make sure to add the ice cubes as well.
- 4
Shake the Cocktail
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well combined and chilled.
- 5
Strain into Glass
Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass to remove any solids.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish the cocktail with a sprig of basil and a whole strawberry on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately and enjoy!