Winter Basil Breeze

This refreshing cocktail combines the herbal notes of basil with the crisp, clean flavors of aquavit and lemon. The Winter Basil Breeze is the perfect drink to enjoy during the colder months, bringing a touch of brightness and vitality to the season. It's a delightful balance of citrus, sweetness, and earthy undertones, making it a wonderful choice for sipping by the fire or at a festive gathering.

Winter Basil Breeze

A refreshing and aromatic cocktail that combines aquavit, lemon, simple syrup, and basil, creating a delightful balance of citrus, sweetness, and earthy undertones.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz Aquavit
  • 1 oz Lemon Juice
  • 3/4 oz Simple Syrup
  • Basil Leaves

Instructions

  1. In a mixing tin, combine the aquavit, lemon juice, simple syrup, and a few basil leaves.
  2. Gently muddle the basil leaves to release their aromatic oils.
  3. Add ice to the tin and shake the ingredients for 8-10 seconds.
  4. Double strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
  5. Garnish the cocktail with a basil sprig.
  6. Enjoy the Winter Basil Breeze!