T2t Lemon Basil Martini Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

Vodka, fresh lemon, and basil.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Ingredients
Juice a fresh lemon to yield approximately 1 oz of lemon juice. Set aside.
2
Muddle the Basil
In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh basil leaves. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the leaves to release their essential oils.

3
Combine Ingredients
To the cocktail shaker with the muddled basil, add 2 oz of vodka and 1 oz of fresh lemon juice.
4
Shake
Fill the shaker with ice, cover it, and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.

5
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
6
Garnish
Garnish the cocktail with a lemon wheel and a sprig of basil on top before serving.