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Basil Smash

Gin · Basil · Lemon

GinSourGlass: Rocks GlassDifficulty: Moderate
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Ingredients

  • • 2 oz gin
  • • 1 oz lemon juice
  • • 0.75 oz simple syrup
  • • 8–10 basil leaves

Flavor Profile

STRENGTH5/10
SWEETNESS3/10
TARTNESS7/10
BITTERNESS1/10
AROMA9/10
TEXTURE5/10
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Did you know?

"Created by Jörg Meyer; it won international acclaim and spread worldwide."

Sources:Modern bar histories; Imbibe

Instructions

  1. 1Muddle basil with syrup.
  2. 2Add remaining ingredients and ice.
  3. 3Shake and strain.