Gin Basil Smash

Name: Gin Basil Smash
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: Cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz Gin; 1 oz Lemon juice; 2/3 oz Simple syrup; 10 leaf Basil

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Ingredients

2 oz Gin

1 oz Lemon juice

2/3 oz Simple syrup

10 leaf Basil

Garnishes

1 sprig Basil

Glass

Rocks / Old Fashion

Preparation

Muddle basil leaves with lemon juice and simple syrup. Add ice and gin and shake. Double-strain into a chilled cocktail glass with ice. Garnish with a basil sprig.

Description

The Gin Basil Smash is a refreshing and herbaceous cocktail made with gin, fresh basil, lemon juice, and simple syrup. It is typically garnished with a sprig of basil.

History

The Gin Basil Smash is a modern cocktail that is believed to have originated in the late 2000s. It has gained popularity in the United States and Europe for its unique and refreshing flavor.