Herbal Gin Blossom Shake
A floral and herbaceous take on the classic gin cocktail, shaken to frothy perfection with fresh lemon and elderflower. This cocktails-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 7 minutes blends gin, St-Germain elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice into a quick blender drink — a fast breakfast, a pre-workout pour, or an afternoon energy boost, with nothing to wash up but the pitcher. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works as a grab-and-go breakfast, a post-gym refuel, or a snack that holds you to the next meal. 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 oz St-Germain elderflower liqueur
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 3 leaves fresh basil leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: Lightly muddle 3 fresh basil leaves in the base of a shaker to release their aroma.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz gin, 1 oz St-Germain elderflower liqueur, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 oz simple syrup to the shaker.
- Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until frosty.
- Step 4: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass.
- Step 5: Garnish by lightly bruising a basil leaf and placing it delicately on the surface.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Herbal Gin Blossom Shake take to make?
Total time is about 7 minutes (7 min prep + 0 min cook). Almost all of that is prep — once everything is in the blender it is under a minute to smooth. Portion the fruit into freezer bags ahead so mornings are just dump-and-blend.
How do I store leftover Herbal Gin Blossom Shake?
Smoothies are best within a few minutes of blending, but they keep in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours — fill it to the top so there is no air gap and shake before drinking, since separation is normal. For longer storage, freeze in an ice-cube tray and re-blend with a splash of liquid. Never reheat.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herbal Gin Blossom Shake?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herbal Gin Blossom Shake for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herbal Gin Blossom Shake?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
