Blueberry Basil Gin Cocktail
Looking for a new cocktail to enjoy this summer? Try this Blueberry Basil Gin Cocktail that is light, refreshing and thirst quenching!
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- muddler
- Strainer
- Lowball glass
Ingredients
- 10 blueberries fresh, large, ripe
- 3 basil leaves fresh
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 1 oz lime juice freshly squeezed
- 2 oz gin
Instructions
- Begin by muddling the blueberries, basil leaves and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker. Gently crush the blueberries to release their juices and let the aroma of basil infuse the mixture.
- Add ice, gin and freshly squeezed lime juice to the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to ensure the flavors are thoroughly combined and infused.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice cubes.
- Garnish with basil leaves and blueberries.
- Cheers!
