Herb-Infused Cocktail
A refreshing blend of fresh herbs, citrus, and spirit for a vibrant, aromatic drink. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together gin, fresh basil, 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 110 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 gin
- 1 tbsp, chiffonade fresh basil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz sparkling water
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a shaker, combine 2 oz gin, 1 tbsp fresh basil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 0.5 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds, then strain into a coupe glass filled with ice.
- Step 3: Top with 2 oz sparkling water and garnish with a basil leaf.






