Cucumber-Basil Gin and Tonic

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A refreshing take on the classic tonic with muddled cucumber and basil for herbal complexity and a clean, effervescent finish. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together gin, tonic water, cucumber 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 150 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: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Drinks cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Muddle 3 fresh basil leaves and 1/4 cup chopped cucumber in a cocktail shaker until fragrant and slightly broken down.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz gin and 1 cup ice to the shaker, then shake vigorously for 15 seconds until frost forms on the outside.
  3. Step 3: Strain into a highball glass filled with 1 cup fresh ice.
  4. Step 4: Top with 4 oz tonic water and stir gently for 5 seconds to combine.

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