Refreshing Strawberry Basil Smash Cocktail
A vibrant and refreshing summer cocktail that combines sweet strawberries, fragrant basil, and zesty lemon for a delightful sipping experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 medium fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered
- 8–10 fresh basil leaves, gently bruised
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon honey syrup (equal parts honey and warm water)
- 2 ounces gin (or vodka/tequila)
- Ice cubes or crushed ice
- 2 ounces sparkling water
- Strawberry slice and basil sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries by gently crushing them in a glass or cocktail shaker.
- Add the bruised basil leaves and muddle them with the strawberries.
- Incorporate the fresh lemon juice and honey syrup, mixing everything well.
- Add the spirit of your choice (gin, vodka, or tequila) and stir gently.
- Fill your glass with ice cubes or crushed ice.
- Top with sparkling water to add fizz to the drink.
- Garnish with a strawberry slice and a sprig of basil before serving.
Notes
For a twist, try substituting strawberries with other berries or use mint instead of basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: strawberry cocktail, summer drink, refreshing beverage, basil cocktail