Best The Basil Berry Cocktail Recipes

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BERRY-BASIL VODKA



Berry-Basil Vodka image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time P7DT5m

Yield 1 quart

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pint strawberries, sliced
1/2 pint blueberries
1/2 cup frozen pitted cherries
1 bunch fresh basil
1 vanilla bean
375 milliliters vodka

Steps:

  • Place the strawberries, blueberries, cherries, whole basil leaves and vanilla bean in a 1-quart mason jar. Fill the jar to just below the brim with the vodka, then secure the lid and set aside for 1 week before enjoying.

BLUEBERRY BASIL GIMLET AS MADE BY STIR CRAZY COCKTAILS RECIPE BY TASTY



Blueberry Basil Gimlet As Made By Stir Crazy Cocktails Recipe by Tasty image

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

1 cup sugar
1 cup water
½ cup fresh blueberry, crushed
8 fresh basil leaves, torn
ice, for shaking
1 oz strained lime juice
2 oz vodka
fresh basil leaf, for garnish
fresh blueberry, for garnish
martini glass, chilled

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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