BASIL VODKA GIMLETS
This fragrant twist on the gimlet cocktail gets its clean green notes not from lime juice but from fresh basil. For extra glamour and aroma, tuck small sprigs of additional basil into each glass.
Categories Fruit Juice Vodka Alcoholic Cocktail Party Wedding Cocktail Lemon Basil Summer Gourmet Drink
Yield Makes 6 drinks
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Stir together all ingredients in a pitcher until cold, then strain into 8- to 10-ounce glasses (such as Old Fashioned) half filled with ice.
BLUEBERRY BASIL GIMLET AS MADE BY STIR CRAZY COCKTAILS RECIPE BY TASTY
A classic cocktail with a slight twist, this blueberry basil drink is bright and refreshing with a perfect balance of summer flavors.
Provided by Stir Crazy Cocktails
Categories Drinks
Time 40m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Make the blueberry basil simple syrup: In a small pot over medium heat, combine the sugar and water. Add the blueberries and basil. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the syrup is clear. Let cool completely, about 30 minutes. Strain before using. The syrup will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
- Make the cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, combine the lime juice, 1 ounce blueberry basil simple syrup, and the vodka. FIll the shaker with ice, then shake vigorously. Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass and garnish a basil leaf and blueberries.
- Enjoy!
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