Lemon Basil Elixir

Name: Lemon Basil Elixir
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz premium gin; 1 oz limoncello; 1/2 oz lemon juice; 1/4 oz olive oil; 4-5 basil leaves; 1/2 oz simple syrup equal parts sugar and water dissolved together; pinch of salt; lemon slices for garnish; ice

Refreshing, herbaceous cocktail with lemon, basil, gin, and limoncello

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

20%*

Calories

200*

Net Carbs

9g*

Ingredients:

simple syrup equal parts sugar and water dissolved together

pinch of salt

lemon slices for garnish

ice

AI Request:a cocktail with lemon, basil, gin, limoncello, oliveoil, lemonslices, lemonjuice, ice, sugar, salt,

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Description: The Lemon Basil Elixir is a refreshing, herbaceous cocktail that masterfully blends the bright, zesty flavors of lemon with the aromatic quality of basil, complemented by the botanicals in gin and the sweetness of limoncello. The unique addition of olive oil adds a velvety texture that coats the palate, while the balance of sugar and salt brings out the depth of all the flavors. Ingredients: - 2 oz Premium Gin - 1 oz Limoncello - 1/2 oz Fresh Lemon Juice - 1/4 oz Olive Oil - 4-5 Fresh Basil Leaves - 1/2 oz Simple Syrup (equal parts sugar and water dissolved together) - Pinch of Salt - Lemon Slices for garnish - Ice Glass: - Chilled Old-Fashioned Glass Instructions: 1. In a shaker, muddle the fresh basil leaves with the simple syrup and lemon juice to release the basil's aromatic oils. 2. Fill the shaker with ice. 3. Pour in the gin, limoncello, and olive oil. 4. Add a pinch of salt; this will enhance the flavors and cut through the sweetness. 5. Shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker feels cold. 6. Double-strain the cocktail into the chilled old-fashioned glass over fresh ice to remove small bits of basil. 7. Garnish with a wheel of lemon or a twist. 8. Optional: Rub a basil leaf around the rim of the glass or float a small basil leaf on the surface for added aroma. To enjoy, sip the Lemon Basil Elixir and savor the harmonious blend of citrus and herb with the lush mouthfeel that the olive oil imparts. It's a sophisticated choice for a warm summer afternoon or as an aperitif before a Mediterranean-inspired meal.

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