Muddled Basil Martini
Elevate your cocktail game with this refreshing and herbaceous Muddled Basil Martini! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh basil, zesty lime juice, and a subtle sweetness from simple syrup, this cocktail is as aromatic as it is delicious. The vodka base creates a smooth and sophisticated balance, while muddling the basil unlocks its natural oils, infusing the drink with a garden-fresh essence. Served in a chilled martini glass and garnished with a single basil leaf, this five-minute recipe is perfect for everything from summer soirées to elegant dinner parties. Quick, easy, and irresistibly refreshing, this basil martini is your next must-try cocktail for showcasing the bright taste of fresh herbs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces fresh basil leaves
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 0.5 ounce simple syrup
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 piece basil leaf (for garnish)
Instructions
Place the fresh basil leaves in the bottom of a cocktail shaker.
Gently muddle the basil using a muddler or the back of a spoon to release its aromatic oils.
Add the vodka, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and a cup of ice cubes into the shaker.
Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass using a cocktail strainer.
Garnish the drink with a single fresh basil leaf on top for a polished presentation.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Muddled Basil Martini!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
166 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.0 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 43 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
