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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle Basil
In a cocktail shaker, add 6 fresh basil leaves. Muddle gently to release the aromatic oils without tearing the leaves too much.
- 2
Add Liquids
Pour in 2 oz of gin, 1 oz of Boomsma, and 0.5 oz of fresh lemon juice into the shaker with the muddled basil.
- 3
Add Bitters
Add 2 dashes of cucumber bitters to the mixture in the shaker.
- 4
Shake
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- 5
Strain
Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass or a highball glass filled with ice.
Garnishing
- 6
Add Garnish
Garnish the drink with 3 slices of cucumber and a sprig of basil placed on top for aroma and presentation.
