Gin Basil Smash
A modern gin classic bursting with fresh basil, bright lemon and crisp botanical notes. The Gin Basil Smash combines London Dry Gin with muddled basil, fresh citrus and a touch of simple syrup for a vibrant, aromatic and beautifully balanced cocktail.
Alcohol
20%
Strong
Calories
178
kcal per serving
Flavour
Ingredients
- London Dry Gin60 ml
- Fresh lemon juice · freshly squeezed, not bottled22.5 ml
- Simple syrup (1:1)15 ml
- Fresh basil leaves12
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- Glass
- Ice
- Fresh ice cubes
- Garnish
- Fresh basil sprig
- Base
- Gin
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Prep time
- 5 min
Equipment
- Required
- Required
- Required
- Helpful
- Helpful
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Method
- 1
Add 12 fresh basil leaves to a cocktail shaker.
- 2
Gently muddle the basil to release its fresh aroma and flavour. Do not pulverize the leaves excessively.
- 3
Add 60 ml London Dry Gin.
- 4
Add 22.5 ml fresh lemon juice.
- 5
Add 15 ml Simple Syrup (1:1).
- 6
Fill the shaker generously with ice.
- 7
Shake hard for approximately 12–15 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
- 8
Fine strain into a Rocks Glass filled with fresh ice.
- 9
Garnish with a fresh basil sprig.
Bartender's note
Gently muddle the basil rather than crushing it aggressively. The goal is to release its aromatic oils while keeping the flavour fresh and vibrant.
Your verdict
Overall rating
5.0
/ 51 rating
Enjoy responsibly — 18+. ABV and calorie figures are estimates and are not nutritional advice.
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