Saturday, March 17, 2012

Ginsanity Chapter V??? I've lost count {Strawberry Basil Chill}

Don't worry, I'm not just baking muffins over here.... I'm very aware it's Saturday night.  In fact I'm stepping away and enjoying my new creation once I shoot this off.... This is an awesome drink, the basil gives it an earthy feel and it's crisp and really fresh.  LOVE IT.  I did plan ahead A BIT.... before I cooked dinner and made my muffins I muddled my basil, strawberries and simple syrup and let them "steep" for an hour or two... nice but not required.



HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED:
3 large strawberries
3 or four large basil leaves
1 ounce simple syrup
1-1/2 ounces gin
1/2 ounce fresh lemon juice
a couple lemon slices
club soda to top


HERE'S WHAT YOU DO:

  • In a mixing glass, muddle the strawberries, basil, and simple syrup allow to "steep" for a bit if you have time.
  • Transfer to a highball glass. 
  • Add in the gin, fresh lemon juice, lemons and pack with ice; top with club soda and stir leisurely with your favorite swizzle stick to combine. 
This ginsanity is da bomb.


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10 comments:

  1. Oooh, sounds like a delicious, refreshing drink!

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  2. Haha...love the ginsanity! This cocktail looks wonderful!

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    1. Thanks, it just happened all the sudden everything was GIN!

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  3. What a drink - might have to sub apple juice (for now ;)
    but so worth it!

    Cheers
    Choc Chip Uru

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  4. Nice! I like the combo of strawberries and basil in drinks.

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    1. I love herbs in general.... I've had some good rosemary & thyme ones too... need to recreate one of these days :)

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