Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Recipe
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Ingredients
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Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon Smash
Method
Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon Smash
- 1
Muddle 6 fresh basil leaves in the bottom of a shaker to release their aroma.
- 2
Add 60 ml Basil Hayden Kentucky Straight Bourbon, 22 ml fresh lemon juice, and 22 ml simple syrup to the shaker.
- 3
Fill shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
- 5
Garnish with a basil sprig or a lemon twist, and serve.

