Blackwoods Gin Basil Smash
A refreshing cocktail infused with the botanicals of Blackwoods Gin and fresh basil, perfect for summer evenings. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Blackwoods Gin, Fresh basil leaves, Lemon juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Blackwoods Gin
- 4 Fresh basil leaves
- 1 oz Lemon juice
- 0.5 oz Simple syrup
- 0.5 oz Gomme syrup
- 6 Ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Muddle 4 fresh basil leaves with 0.5 oz gomme syrup in a shaker until aromatic.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz Blackwoods Gin, 1 oz lemon juice, and 0.5 oz simple syrup. Fill with ice cubes.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
- Step 4: Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a basil leaf and a lemon twist.
