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July 14, 2023 Blog

Strawberry Basil Gin Cocktail

Savoring the sweetness of summer with every sip. This Strawberry Basil Gin Cocktail is the perfect blend of ripe, juicy strawberries, fragrant basil, and a hint of botanical magic. The perfect beverage to enjoy on a hot summer evening.


 Strawberry Basil Gin Cocktail

Are you ready to experience a real taste of summer? I’ve got the perfect drink for you – a refreshing, vibrant Strawberry Basil Gin Cocktail. This is not just any ordinary cocktail – it’s a delightful blend of ripe strawberries, fragrant basil, and the complex botanicals of gin, making it a drink that truly captures the essence of sunny days and warm breezes. Here are some more summer drink recipes:

Blood Orange & Gin Cocktail
Grapefruit Cocktail
Homemade Lemon Ice Tea

Strawberry Basil Gin Cocktail

The combination of sweet strawberries with the subtle peppery notes of fresh basil might sound unusual, but trust me, they’re a match made in cocktail heaven. The strawberries lend their sweetness and summery vibe, while the basil contributes a hint of earthiness that beautifully complements the fruity notes. Add in the gin, with its distinctive blend of botanical flavors, and you’ve got a cocktail that is tantalizing, refreshing, and oh-so-satisfying.

Strawberry Basil Gin Cocktail

How to prepare this delicious cocktail

What I love about this cocktail is how easy it is to make. You begin by blending the strawberries, lemon and agave syrup until smooth. In a glass muddle basil, releasing their delightful aromas and flavors. Then add in your ice, strawberry purée and gin. Give it a quick stir and top off with club soda, basil and fresh strawberries. And voilà! You’ve just made yourself the ultimate summer cocktail.

Strawberry Basil Gin Cocktail

This Strawberry Basil Gin Cocktail is more than a drink – it’s a celebration of summer, captured in a glass. It’s perfect for sipping on a lazy afternoon by the pool, toasting with friends at a barbecue, or simply winding down after a long day. No matter when you choose to enjoy it, this cocktail is sure to make your summer moments even more memorable.

So next time you’re in the mood for a cocktail that’s a little bit different, give this Strawberry Basil Gin Cocktail a try. You won’t be disappointed. Cheers to summer!

Strawberry Basil Gin Cocktail

If you happen to make this super yummy Strawberry Basil Cocktail, please let me know! I’d love to see how it turns out. As always, don’t forget to tag @delight.fuel or simply comment below.

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Strawberry Basil Gin Cocktail

Strawberry Basil Gin Cocktail

Yield: 2
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups strawberries, quartered
  • 2-3 tbsp agave syrup
  • 3-4 basil leaves
  • 1 oz lemon juice
  • 4 oz gin
  • 8 oz club soda

Instructions

  1. In a high speed blender add strawberries, agave syrup, and lemon juce. Blend until smooth.
  2. In a glass, gently muddle 2 basil leaves.
  3. Fill with ice half full.
  4. Pour in strawberrie mixture and gin. Stir and top off with club soda.
  5. Garnish with fresh basil, sliced strawberries and enjoy.
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