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Watermelon Basil Gin Smash

Watermelon Basil Gin Smash

Jennifer Ryan
Refresh your summer with a watermelon basil gin smash! Sweet, zesty, and herby, this cocktail is the ultimate cool-down in a glass!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Beverage, Brunch, Drinks
Cuisine British
Servings 2
Calories 108 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 
 

Instructions
 

  • Place the diced watermelon and fresh basil leaves in a cocktail shaker. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press and crush the watermelon and basil together, releasing their flavors.
    40 Grams Watermelon, 4-5 Basil leaves
    Watermelon Basil Gin Smash
  • Add the gin, fresh lemon juice, and basil syrup to the shaker.
    60 milliliters Gin, 22 Milliliters Lemon juice, 15 Milliliters Basil syrup
  • Fill the shaker with ice, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.
    Ice cubes
  • Strain the mixture into two cocktail glasses filled with ice. Garnish with a small basil leaf or a watermelon slice if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
    Watermelon Basil Gin Smash

Notes

Tips and Tricks
  • If you prefer a sweeter drink, increase the amount of basil syrup slightly.
  • For a super refreshing cocktail, chill your glasses in the freezer before serving.
  • Consider adding a small basil leaf or a thin lemon slice as a garnish for a beautiful presentation.
  • You can make your own basil syrup by simmering equal parts water, sugar, and fresh basil leaves until the sugar dissolves, then straining out the basil.

Nutrition

Calories: 108kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 7mgPotassium: 44mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 157IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword basil, best cocktails, cocktail, cocktail recipe, gin, Gin Cocktail, watermelon
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