Strawberry Basil Bliss Cocktail

This Strawberry-Basil Ginger Cocktail is a delightful concoction that combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries, the subtle herbaceousness of basil, and the zing of ginger ale. Whether served with or without vodka, this drink is a refreshing delight that's perfect for any occasion.

Strawberry Basil Bliss Cocktail

A refreshing vodka cocktail featuring fresh strawberries, basil, and ginger ale.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 1/3 cup strawberry-basil puree
  • 5 oz ginger ale
  • 2/3 cup chopped strawberries
  • 2 basil leaves, torn
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Create the strawberry-basil puree by blending the strawberries and basil until smooth, then strain if desired.
  2. Fill a 16oz cocktail or pint glass with ice.
  3. Add 2oz vodka, 1/3 cup strawberry-basil puree, and 5oz ginger ale into the glass, then stir to combine.
  4. Optionally, combine the full amounts of vodka, strawberry-basil puree, and ginger ale into a pitcher, then stir together to combine.
  5. Garnish with a smacked basil leaf and/or sliced strawberries, then serve.
  6. To serve as a mocktail, follow the directions above but omit the vodka.