Strawberry Basil Infusion
This Strawberry Basil Gin Cocktail is a delightful infusion of fresh strawberries, aromatic basil, and the crisp essence of London Dry Gin. It's a perfect representation of summer in a glass, offering a balance of sweet, tangy, and herbal flavors that are sure to brighten any occasion.
Strawberry Basil Infusion
A refreshing and flavorful gin cocktail infused with strawberries and basil.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Ingredients
- 2 ounces London Dry Gin
- 3/4 ounce lime juice
- 1 ounce Strawberry Basil Simple Syrup
- 5 strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 4 basil leaves
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine strawberries, water, and sugar, and bring to a boil.
- Remove from heat and add basil leaves, allowing them to infuse for 15-20 minutes. Then strain out the strawberries and basil leaves.
- Cool the mixture completely and store it in the fridge.
- In a shaker with ice, combine the gin, lime juice, and Strawberry Basil Simple Syrup.
- Shake well to combine, then strain the mixture into a cocktail glass.
- Garnish with additional strawberries and basil, if desired. Cheers!