Cocktail Of The Day Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Garnishes
Ice
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Glass
Select a cocktail glass and chill it by filling it with ice water. Set aside while preparing the cocktail.
- 2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
- 3
Shake
Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Strain
Remove the ice water from the chilled cocktail glass and strain the mixture from the shaker into the glass.
Garnishing
- 5
Add Garnishes
Gently place the fresh basil leaves on top of the cocktail. Add a lemon wheel on the rim of the glass for decoration.