Gin Basil Smash
The Gin Basil Smash is a herbal, citrusy smash made with Gin, Lemon Juice, Simple Syrup and Basil. It is muddled and served in an old-fashioned glass, about 17% ABV.
- Method
- Muddled
- Glass
- Old-fashioned glass
- Served
- On Rocks
- Strength
- About 17% ABV
- Family
- Julep & Smash
- Flavour
- Herbal & floral, citrus
- Listed in
- Difford's Guide Hall of Fame
Ingredients
- 60mlGin
- 22mlLemon Juice
- 22mlSimple Syrup
- 8-10 leavesBasil
How to make it
- Muddle basil with lemon and syrup.
- Add gin and shake with ice.
- Double strain into old-fashioned glass.
Tip: Press gently when you muddle. Crushing herbs too hard releases bitter flavours.
About the Gin Basil Smash
Created by Jorg Meyer at Le Lion Hamburg in 2008.
Missing something?
- No Gin? Use Old Tom Gin (Sweeter and rounder, so cut the syrup a little)
- No Gin? Use Genever (Maltier and rounder)
- No Lemon Juice? Use Lemon (Squeeze fresh: 1 lemon gives about 30 ml)
- No Lemon Juice? Use Lime Juice (Sharper, different aroma)
- No Simple Syrup? Use Rich Simple Syrup (More concentrated, so use less)
- No Simple Syrup? Use Sugar (1 tsp sugar is about 7.5 ml syrup; stir until dissolved)
All swaps for Gin, Lemon Juice and Simple Syrup
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