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Basil & Gin Cocktail recipe

Basil & Gin Cocktail Recipe

A refreshing cocktail with a basil and lime, combined with gin and green chartreuse. Refreshing and zesty, it's the perfect drink for a sunny afternoon or a cosy evening.

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METHOD

  • Step 1.

    In a cocktail shaker, muddle the basil leaves to release the flavours.
  • Step 2.

    Separate the whites from the egg and set aside.
  • Step 3.

    Add the gin, lime juice, green chartreuse, and egg whites into the shaker with the basil paste.
  • Step 4.

    Fill shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well mixed and chilled.
  • Step 5.

    Strain the cocktail through a fine mesh sieve, into a chilled glass.
  • Step 6.

    Garnish with a sprig of basil and serve immediately.

INGREDIENTS

  1. 0.5 cupFresh basil

  2. 2 fl ozGin

  3. 1 fl ozLime juice

  4. 1 fl ozGreen Chartreuse

  5. 1 Egg

  6. 1 Basil sprig, for garnish

  7. 1 cupIce cubes

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