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Lemon and Basil Gin and Tonic
Gin and lemon is such a classic combination but the addition of herbaceous basil means this Gin and Tonic pops with a wonderfully different flavor. This lemon and basil G&T is refreshing and unusual take on your normal G&T
Prep Time
5
minutes
mins
Total Time
5
minutes
mins
Course:
Cocktail
Cuisine:
Modern British
Servings:
2
Calories:
142
kcal
Author:
Claire | Sprinkle and Sprouts
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Ingredients
US Customary
-
Grams
1
tablespoon
fresh lemon juice
6
basil leaves
1
cup
ice
½
cup
gin
1 ½
cups
Tonic
more or less to taste
Garnish: lemon twist and fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Place the lemon juice, basil leaves and ice in cocktail shaker (or jar with a lid). Shake well to bruise the basil.
Add the gin and shake again.
Strain the flavoured gin into two glasses. Add more ice and top with tonic.
Garnish and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories:
142
kcal
|
Sodium:
8
mg
|
Vitamin A:
65
IU
|
Vitamin C:
2.9
mg
|
Calcium:
5
mg
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