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cucumber and basil surrounding cocktail in coupe glass with clothespin garnished basil

Cucumber Basil Gin Cocktail

Savory meets sweet in this refreshing & herbal summer cocktail.
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Total Time 2 minutes
Course Drinks
Servings 2 Cocktails

Ingredients
  

  • 2 slices cucumber
  • 4 leaves basil
  • 2 oz simple syrup
  • 1 juice lemon
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 5 oz gin quality is important for this drink
  • 1 pinch black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Add cucumber, basil, simple syrup, lemon juice, & salt to a cocktail shaker. Muddle briefly, about 10-15 seconds.
  • Add gin & ice to the cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously.
  • Strain into two coupe glasses.
  • Crack fresh black pepper on top, and garnish with a basil leaf.
  • Enjoy with good company!
Keyword basil, cocktail, cucumber, gin