Strawberry Basil Gin Fizz: A Refreshing Twist for Summer Sips
A delightful cocktail perfect for summer gatherings, combining the sweetness of strawberries with the freshness of basil and the crispness of gin.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces gin
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- 4–5 fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 4–5 fresh basil leaves
- club soda to top
- ice for serving
Instructions
- In a shaker, muddle the strawberries and basil leaves together until well combined.
- Add the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker with ice. Shake well.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
- Top with club soda and give it a gentle stir.
- Garnish with additional strawberries and basil leaves if desired.
Notes
- This cocktail can be made in larger batches for parties by multiplying the ingredients.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the gin and use additional club soda.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Strawberry Basil Gin Fizz, Summer Cocktail, Refreshing Drinks