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Two Sparkling Basil Lemonade Cocktails served in slim glasses

Sparkling Basil Lemonade Cocktail

Cool off with a refreshing Sparkling Basil Lemonade Cocktail made with fresh basil, lemon juice, premium vodka and a splash of sparkling water.
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Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 lemon juiced
  • 4-5 basil leaves
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • 2 oz vodka
  • 2 oz sparkling water
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • basil leaves for garnish
  • ice

Instructions
 

  • Mix lemon zest and sugar together in a small bowl, then spread evenly on a small plate.
  • To prepare glass, run lemon wedge around the rim of glass, rub glass in sugar and lemon zest mixture, and add ice to glass.
  • Add lemon juice, basil and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker and muddle. Add vodka and ice, cover and shake.
  • Strain mixture into glass, top with sparkling water and garnish with extra basil leaves.
  • Mix with a cocktail spoon and serve!