Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsWilma'sBasil Breeze Recipe

Basil Breeze Recipe

Inspired by Wilma's
Time10m
Serves1

tito's vodka, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, basil leaves, chilled soda

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Ingredients

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Liquids

Fresh Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 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 the leaves to release their oils and aroma.

  2. 2

    Add Liquids

    Pour in the Tito's vodka, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup into the shaker with the muddled basil.

  3. 3

    Shake

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to mix and chill the ingredients.

  4. 4

    Strain

    Using a strainer, pour the mixture into a glass filled with ice.

  5. 5

    Top with Soda

    Pour the chilled soda over the cocktail mixture to top it off.

  6. 6

    Garnish

    Garnish your drink with a basil leaf or two for an aromatic finish.

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