Summer Collins Recipe
Lemon-Basil Syrup, Basil Leaves, Fever-Tree Soda Water
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Ingredients
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Lemon-Basil Syrup
Summer Collins Assembly
Method
Lemon-Basil Syrup
- 1
Make the Lemon-Basil Syrup
In a saucepan, combine 240 ml water, 180 ml granulated sugar, 60 ml fresh lemon juice, and the zest of one lemon. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to infuse. Remove from heat, add 8 torn basil leaves, cover and steep for 15 minutes. Strain through a fine mesh into a clean container. Chill the syrup completely before using.
Summer Collins Assembly
- 2
Prepare the glass
Fill a tall Collins glass with ice cubes.
- 3
Build the drink
Pour 60 ml fresh lemon juice and 180 ml Lemon-Basil Syrup into the glass. Stir well to combine.
- 4
Top with soda
Top with 180 ml Fever-Tree Soda Water. Stir gently to combine, releasing the aroma of basil.
- 5
Garnish and serve
Garnish with a fresh basil sprig and a lemon wheel. Serve immediately.
