Stirred Gin Citrus Smash
A bright and refreshing gin cocktail with fresh citrus and a hint of herbal complexity, perfect for a sunny afternoon. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together London dry gin, Fresh lemon juice, Fresh orange 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 170 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 London dry gin
- 3/4 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz Fresh orange juice
- 1/2 oz Simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
- 4 Fresh basil leaves
- as needed Ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 4 fresh basil leaves in a mixing glass and gently muddle with 1/2 oz simple syrup to release the basil oils without tearing the leaves.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz London dry gin, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 oz fresh orange juice to the mixing glass.
- Step 3: Fill the mixing glass with ice cubes to the brim and stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass.
- Step 5: Garnish by twisting a thin strip of lemon peel over the surface to release oils, then rest it on the rim alongside a small sprig of fresh basil.
