Spring Fever Recipe
basil infused vodka + strawberry rhubarb jam + lemon + tonic
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Ingredients
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Beverage Base
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Infuse Vodka
To make basil infused vodka, combine 1 cup of vodka with 1/2 cup of fresh basil leaves in a clean jar. Seal the jar and let it sit in a cool, dark place for at least 3 days. Shake gently every day to help the infusion process. After 3 days, strain the vodka through a fine mesh sieve to remove basil leaves.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of basil infused vodka, 1 tbsp of strawberry rhubarb jam, and 1 oz of fresh lemon juice. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 3
Prepare Glass
Fill a tall glass with ice. Strain the mixture from the shaker into the glass, leaving space at the top.
- 4
Add Tonic Water
Top the mixture with 4 oz of tonic water, gently stirring to combine.
Garnishing
- 5
Garnish Drink
Garnish the drink with 3 fresh basil leaves and a lemon wedge on the rim of the glass for an aromatic touch.
