Gin Basil Smash (no added sugar & low-calorie)
Ingredients
- 12 fresh Basil leaves
- 1 1⁄2 oz Tanqueray London Dry Gin
- 3⁄4 oz Lemon juice
- 0.42 oz Sugar-free sweetener syrup
Method
Glassware:
Serve in an Old-fashioned glass
Prepare:
- Select and pre-chill an OLD-FASHIONED GLASS.
- Prepare garnish of basil leaf or sprig..
Method:
- MUDDLE basil sprigs (no need to pluck leaves from stem) in base of shaker.
- Add other ingredients and SHAKE with ice.
- FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.
Garnish:
- Garnish with basil leaf or sprig.
History:
Adapted from Joerg Meyer's original Gin Basil Smash by yours truly in January 2019.
Review:
Herbal and refreshing. Basil, gin and lemon sit harmoniously, balanced by sugar-free sweetener.
