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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Garnish Ingredients
Method
Cocktail Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Basil
In a cocktail shaker, place 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. Do this for about 15 seconds.
- 2
Add Liquids
Pour in the gin, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup into the shaker with the muddled basil.
- 3
Shake It Up
Fill the shaker with ice cubes. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Strain Into Glass
Strain the cocktail mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice cubes. Use a fine mesh strainer if you want to avoid basil bits in your drink.
- 5
Top with Soda
Top the cocktail with soda water to add a refreshing fizz.
Garnishing
- 6
Garnish the Cocktail
Add a lemon wheel and a sprig of basil on top of the cocktail for an aromatic garnish.