Basil Whisper

Name: Basil Whisper
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz gin; 1 oz basil syrup; 1 oz cucumber juice; 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur; Splash club soda; null basil leaves for garnish; null cucumber slice for garnish; 1 cup water; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup basil leaves

Refreshing gin cocktail with basil, cucumber, and elderflower flavors

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

15%*

Calories

220*

Net Carbs

30g*

Ingredients:

basil leaves for garnish

cucumber slice for garnish

water

sugar

basil leaves

AI Request:Something with gin and basil syrup. I have no limes/lemons, nothing sour at hand

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Description: The Basil Whisper is a refreshing and sophisticated cocktail that highlights the aromatic essence of basil infused in a gentle syrup. It combines gin's botanical richness with subtle, unexpected hints of sweet and earthy flavors. This drink is meant to be savored slowly, allowing each complex note to unfold on your palate. Ingredients: - 2 oz gin - 1 oz basil syrup (instructions below) - 1 oz cucumber juice - 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur - Splash of club soda - Fresh basil leaves for garnish - Cucumber slice for garnish Basil Syrup: - 1 cup water - 1 cup sugar - 1 cup fresh basil leaves To make the basil syrup, combine the water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Add the basil leaves and let simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, let it cool, and then strain into a container. Instructions: 1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. 2. Add gin, basil syrup, cucumber juice, and elderflower liqueur to the shaker. 3. Shake vigorously for about 20 seconds to combine the flavors. 4. Strain the mixture into a chilled rocks glass filled with ice. 5. Top with a splash of club soda. 6. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and a cucumber slice. Glass Type: Rocks Glass The Basil Whisper offers a crisp and elegant drinking experience, making it perfect for an evening of relaxation or a sophisticated gathering with friends.

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