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Cocktails
Fresh Basil Smash
The Basil Smash is a light cocktail ideal for spring afternoons. The use of fresh basil brings out lovely herbaceous notes complemented by the surprising addition of olive oil for a satisfying mouthfeel.
Flavour
Fruity
Light
Herbaceous
Serve
Tumbler
Ingredients
1 part Beefeater London Dry Gin
1 bunch of fresh basil
1/2 part fresh lemon juice
Agave syrup
1 bar spoon extra virgin olive oil
How to make a
Fresh Basil Smash
Fresh Basil Smash
Step 1.
Place basil and lemon into a shaker
Step 2.
Gently muddle the lemon
Step 3.
Add agave syrup, olive oil and Beefeater Gin and top up with ice
Step 4.
Shake vigorously
Step 5.
Fine strain into a rocks glass
Step 6.
Add ice and garnish
Garnish
Sprig of basil
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