Best 6 Muddled Basil Martini Recipes
Welcome to the world of muddled basil martinis, where flavors dance and aromatic notes intertwine to create a tantalizing symphony of taste. Get ready to embark on a mixology journey where we'll explore the secrets of crafting this refreshing and elegant cocktail, turning your home bar into a haven of mixology magic. Let's muddle together the perfect balance of basil, gin, citrus, and vermouth to create a cocktail that will leave your taste buds craving more. So, gather your ingredients, shake, stir, and garnish with a touch of sophistication, and prepare to savor the essence of a muddled basil martini.
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MUDDLED BASIL MARTINI
I've been searching for the perfect summer basil martini. I think I found it on the "B*tches on a Budget" website! Slight variation using agave nectar instead of simple syrup. I had to substitute ounces for "jiggers" as called for in the original recipe -- original verbage included in directions.
Provided by HisPixie
Categories Beverages
Time 2m
Yield 1 cocktail, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Muddle the basil, simple syrup and lime juice together. Add gin or vodka. Combine in a cocktail shaker with loads of ice. Shake until there are shards of ice and the mix turns frothy. Strain.
- Original recipe reads: 2 1/2 jiggers of vodka or gin. 1 jigger simple syrup. 1 jigger fresh squeezed lime juice. 4 fresh sweet basil leaves. 1 fresh spearmint leaf (or to taste).
HEIRLOOM MARTINI
Provided by Guy Fieri
Time 5m
Yield 1 drink
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a pint glass or a Boston shaker, muddle the tomato and basil. Add ice, the gin, lemon juice and orange liqueur. Shake and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a basil leaf.
STRAWBERRY BASIL MARTINI
Steps:
- In a 16-ounce cocktail shaker, add the basil leaves and the strawberry puree. Muddle until the basil leaves are broken into pieces. Add the ice cubes, then add the soju, lime juice, sweet and sour mix and strawberry syrup. Shake vigorously. Strain the drink into a 7-ounce chilled martini glass and serve cold.
THAI BASIL MARTINI
Martini made with Thai basil. Add a sugar rim if you like.
Provided by Marilyn Schlossbach
Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Vodka Drinks Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place 2 lemon wedges, 4 Thai basil leaves, and sugar in a cocktail shaker and mash well with a cocktail muddler. Pour in vodka and ice cubes; cover and shake until the outside of the shaker has frosted, about 45 seconds. Strain into 2 chilled martini glasses and garnish each with 1 lemon wedge and 1 Thai basil leaf.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.3 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 1.4 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
GIN BASIL SMASH
A perfect accent for an outdoor supper during tomato season. In winter, it revives the palate as an aperitif. This drink demonstrates so ably how fresh ingredients can be incorporated into everyday drinking cocktails. Head to your kitchen garden or snag a big bunch of basil at the farmers' market, and you're mere steps from a living drink that will make your head dizzy. This drink smashes basil, but you can smash anything-tarragon, thyme, cilantro, or kefir lime leaves. Let this drink inspire you. We like to host a garden party with an assortment of fresh herbs and gins, and let friends muddle their way through an array of flavors.
Provided by Jöerg Meyer
Categories Cocktail Gin Basil Lemon Summer
Yield Makes 1 cocktail
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Make the simple syrup:
- Heat the sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Do not boil. Stir until sugar dissolves, about 3 to 5 minutes, then remove the pan from the stove. Cool. Transfer the syrup to a clean bottle or jar. Cover and refrigerate.
- Make the cocktail:
- Muddle basil leaves with lemon juice and simple syrup. Add ice and gin and shake. Double-strain into a chilled cocktail glass with ice. Garnish with a basil sprig.
BASIL-GIN COCKTAIL
Refreshing, flavorful drink that is perfect for a summertime afternoon!
Provided by Ponytail Bob
Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes Gin Drinks Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Muddle basil in gin in the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Add pineapple juice, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice. Cover and shake until the outside has frosted.
- Strain into a highball glass over ice and top with club soda.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 9 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
Tips:
- Use fresh basil leaves. Fresh basil has a more intense flavor than dried basil.
- Muddle the basil leaves gently. You don't want to crush them completely, just bruise them enough to release their flavor.
- Use a good quality gin. A good gin will have a smooth, clean flavor that won't overpower the other ingredients in the martini.
- Use fresh lemon juice. Fresh lemon juice has a brighter, more tart flavor than bottled lemon juice.
- Serve the martini immediately. Martinis are best served immediately, while they are still cold and refreshing.
Conclusion:
The muddled basil martini is a refreshing and flavorful cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your martinis dry or dirty, shaken or stirred, the muddled basil martini is sure to please.
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