Bourbon Basil Bliss

Name: Bourbon Basil Bliss
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz bourbon; 3/4 oz basilinfused simple syrup; 1/2 oz lemon juice; 1/4 oz triple sec; 2-3 basil leaves; undefined bourbonsmoked ice cubes; for garnish lemon twist

Bourbon Basil Bliss cocktail with basil-infused syrup and smoked ice

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

20%*

Calories

200*

Net Carbs

9g*

Ingredients:

bourbon

basilinfused simple syrup

lemon juice

triple sec

basil leaves

bourbonsmoked ice cubes

lemon twist

AI Request:a cocktail that uses bourbon, lemon & basil as well as an advanced mixology technique

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Dive into an oasis of flavor with Bourbon Basil Bliss. This cocktail marries the boldness of bourbon with the zesty freshness of lemon and the aromatic allure of basil in a sophisticated dance of flavors. Utilizing the technique of basil-infused syrup and bourbon-smoked ice, this drink offers an enchanting experience from the first sip to the last. **Ingredients:** - 2 oz Bourbon - 3/4 oz Basil-infused simple syrup (Fresh basil leaves simmered with equal parts water and sugar, then cooled) - 1/2 oz Fresh lemon juice - 1/4 oz Triple sec - 2-3 Fresh basil leaves - Bourbon-smoked ice cubes (see below) - Lemon twist, for garnish **Advanced Mixology Technique: Bourbon-Smoked Ice** 1. Prepare ice cubes using distilled water for clarity. 2. Once frozen, place the ice cubes in a container that is safe for use with a smoking gun. 3. Fill the container with bourbon-infused smoke (using a smoking gun with bourbon-soaked wood chips) and seal quickly to infuse the ice with the smoky aroma. 4. Allow the ice to sit in the smoke-filled container for at least 5 minutes before using. **Instructions:** 1. In a mixing glass, gently muddle the fresh basil leaves with the basil-infused simple syrup to release the herb’s essential oils. 2. Add the fresh lemon juice, triple sec, and bourbon. 3. Fill the mixing glass with bourbon-smoked ice cubes and stir gently to combine all the ingredients while chilling the drink. 4. Strain the mixture into a chilled old-fashioned glass filled with more bourbon-smoked ice cubes. 5. Garnish with a lemon twist and a fresh basil leaf floated on top. **Serving Glass:** Old-Fashioned Glass The Bourbon Basil Bliss showcases the spectacle of smoke and the surprise of basil, promising a sensory journey that is as visually captivating as it is delicious. Enjoy the nuanced layers of flavor that this innovative cocktail presents, making it a perfect choice for those looking to savor something truly unique.

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