False Botanist Recipe
A STUDY IN BOTANICALS, MINUS THE PROOF
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Ingredients
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Botanical Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Botanical Base
In a blender, combine fresh basil, fresh mint, diced cucumber, lemon juice, and agave syrup. Blend until smooth.
- 2
Strain the Mixture
Using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, strain the blended mixture into a bowl to remove any solids, pressing down to extract as much liquid as possible.
- 3
Mix with Tonic Water
In a large pitcher, combine the strained liquid with tonic water. Stir gently to combine.
- 4
Serve
Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the botanical mixture over the ice, and garnish with edible flowers.