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Refreshing Strawberry Basil Smash Cocktail: Your New Summer Favorite

A vibrant red strawberry basil smash cocktail filled with ice, muddled strawberries, and garnished with fresh basil leaves.
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Create this vibrant Strawberry Basil Smash Cocktail. It combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the aromatic touch of basil for a light, easy-to-make drink perfect for warm weather gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 oz Vodka or Gin
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 0.75 oz simple syrup
  • 4 fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 5 fresh basil leaves
  • Ice cubes
  • Club soda (optional, for topping)
  • Basil sprig and strawberry slice (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Place the sliced strawberries and basil leaves into a cocktail shaker.
  2. Gently muddle the strawberries and basil until they release their juices and aroma. Do not over-muddle the basil, as it can become bitter.
  3. Add the vodka (or your spirit of choice), fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  4. Fill the shaker two-thirds full with ice cubes.
  5. Seal the shaker and shake hard until the outside of the shaker is very cold, about 15 seconds.
  6. Fill a rocks glass or highball glass with fresh ice.
  7. Double strain the mixture from the shaker into your prepared glass.
  8. If you prefer a lighter drink, top with a splash of club soda.
  9. Garnish your **fresh strawberry basil cocktail** with a fresh basil sprig and a strawberry slice.

Notes

  • For a sweeter drink, increase the simple syrup to 1.25 oz. For a tarter flavor, reduce it to 0.5 oz.
  • If you are making a **non alcoholic strawberry basil smash**, substitute the vodka with 2 oz of sparkling water or non-alcoholic spirit alternative.
  • Use ripe, juicy strawberries for the best flavor in this **muddled strawberry drink**.

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