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Cucumber Basil Gimlet

A refreshing cocktail that combines the crispness of cucumber with the aromatic flavor of basil, perfect for warm weather.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: cocktail, drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cocktail Ingredients
  • 8 oz gin or vodka
  • 4 oz fresh lime juice
  • 2 oz simple syrup adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 medium cucumber sliced
  • 8 leaves fresh basil plus extra for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a shaker, muddle the cucumber slices and basil leaves together to release their flavors.
  2. Add gin (or vodka), lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until chilled.
  4. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
  5. Garnish with a basil leaf and a cucumber slice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For a non-alcoholic version, substitute gin with tonic water or soda.

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