Citrus-Fresh Gin Basil Smash

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A lively gin cocktail bursting with fresh basil and citrus notes, perfect for a bright, herbaceous refreshment. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup 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 160 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.

Prep: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 8 fresh basil leaves in a shaker and gently muddle them with 0.75 oz simple syrup to release their aromatic oils without tearing.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz gin and 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice to the shaker along with ice.
  3. Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled and fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Double strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with crushed ice and garnish with 1 fresh basil sprig.

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