Gold Rush Recipe
New Amsterdam Vodka, Muddled Basil, Mango Purée, Lime Juice, Ginger Beer
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Basil
In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh basil leaves. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press and twist the basil leaves to release their essential oils. Be careful not to shred the leaves too much.
- 2
Add the Liquids
To the muddled basil, add the New Amsterdam Vodka, mango purée, and lime juice into the shaker. Fill the shaker with ice.
- 3
Shake it Up
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to thoroughly mix the ingredients and chill the mixture.
Serving
- 4
Strain and Pour
Using a fine strainer, pour the shaken mixture into a tall glass filled with ice, leaving space at the top for the ginger beer.
- 5
Top with Ginger Beer
Gently pour the ginger beer over the top of the cocktail to fill the glass. Stir gently to combine without losing the carbonation.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Garnish the drink with a sprig of basil and a lime wheel on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately and enjoy!