Strawberry Basil Smash

This delightful Strawberry Basil Smash cocktail is a refreshing and flavorful mix of Hendrick's gin, fresh basil and mint leaves, ripe strawberries, simple syrup, and a splash of citrus from fresh orange and lemon juice. It's a perfect combination of sweet and tangy flavors, garnished with a sprig of mint for an extra touch of freshness.

Strawberry Basil Smash

A refreshing and flavorful mix of Hendrick's gin, fresh basil and mint leaves, ripe strawberries, simple syrup, and a splash of citrus from fresh orange and lemon juice, garnished with a sprig of mint.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces Hendrick's gin
  • 2 basil leaves
  • 4 mint leaves
  • 2 strawberries
  • 3/4 ounce simple syrup
  • 2-3 dashes fresh lemon juice
  • 1 ounce fresh orange juice
  • Mint sprig, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass, muddle the mint, strawberries, and basil leaves with the simple syrup at the bottom.
  2. Add the Hendrick's gin, fresh lemon juice, and fresh orange juice to the mixing glass.
  3. Shake the mixture well with ice.
  4. Strain the cocktail into an ice-filled rocks glass.
  5. Garnish with a mint sprig.