Lemon Basil Martini

This lemon basil vodka martini is a bright, refreshing cocktail. The herbaceous basil brilliantly compliments the zesty lemon for a fresh twist on a classic cocktail!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 oz. Oliver's Own Vodka
  • 1 oz. lemon juice fresh squeezed
  • 1 oz. simple syrup
  • 3-4 basil leaves
  • ice
  • Sliced lemon for garnish

Instructions

  1. Add the basil leaves, simple syrup and lemon juice to a cocktail shaker.

  2. Muddle the basil leaves until they are very bruised and torn. It should smell like basil.

  3. Add a handful of ice to the cocktail shaker along with the vodka.

  4. Shake well for 15-20 seconds until chilled.

  5. Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini or coupe glass. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a basil leaf. Enjoy!

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