Method
- Fill a rocks glass with ice cubes.
- Muddle 10 basil leaves, half a lemon, and sugar syrup in a shaker.
- Add gin and ice to the shaker.
- Shake well and strain into the rocks glass.
- Garnish with basil leaves.
About the Basil Smash
The Basil Smash is a short sour cocktail with gin, lemon, and basil. It offers a strong, acidic, herbal, and citrusy character.