Gin Basil Smash
Experience the refreshingly tasty combo of Tanqueray London Dry with sweet Basil and zesty lemon.
Serves:
Ingredients
50ml Tanqueray London Dry
25ml Lemon juice
15ml Sugar syrup
8 Fresh Basil Leaves
1 Basil Leaf (Garnish)
Equipment
1 Rocks glass
1 Ice Scoop
1 Jigger
1 Tongs
1 Cocktail Shaker
1 Hawthrone Strainer
method
Shake all the liquid ingredients with Ice.
Strain into an Ice-filled Rocks Glass.
Garnish with a Basil Leaf.
Alcohol content
17.2 g per serve
Interesting Facts
The Gin Basil Smash was originally named the Gin Pesto.
History of the Drink
The Gin Basil Smash was invented in 2008 by German bartender Jörg Meyer, who was inspired by the classic Whiskey Smash cocktail. Meyer wanted to create a cocktail that showcased the flavours of fresh herbs and citrus – the Gin Basil Smash was born. The cocktail is typically made with gin, fresh basil leaves, lemon juice and simple syrup. It’s often garnished with a sprig of basil or a slice of lemon.
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