Basil Hayden Recipe
Make Basil Hayden Recipe in just 8m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Method
Cocktail
Muddle basil and sweetener
Place 6 fresh basil leaves and 0.5 oz simple syrup into a cocktail shaker. Gently muddle the basil about 6–8 times — press to release aromatic oils without shredding the leaves into bits.
Add citrus and spirit
Add 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice and 2 oz Basil Hayden bourbon to the shaker with the muddled basil and syrup.
Shake with ice
Add 6 ice cubes to the shaker, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds until the outside of the shaker is well chilled (or about 15 seconds if using smaller ice).
Strain
Double-strain the cocktail into a chilled rocks glass filled with fresh ice (use a Hawthorne strainer and a fine mesh strainer) to remove bits of basil. Alternatively, fine-strain into a coupe for a neat presentation.
Garnish and serve
Garnish with a fresh basil sprig and an optional lemon twist. Clap the basil sprig once between your hands to release its aroma before placing on the drink. Serve immediately.