Strawberry Basil Smash
This Strawberry Basil Smash is a refreshing cocktail with fresh strawberries, basil, bourbon, lemon, and simple syrup, finished with bubbly club soda. Muddling the strawberries and basil releases their bright flavors, making this a true 'smash' cocktail!
Servings: 2 cocktails
Calories: 286kcal
Ingredients
- 4 fresh strawberries, diced
- 6-8 fresh basil leaves
- 4 ounces bourbon
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
- ice
- club soda, to top off the cocktail
- strawberries, for garnish
- basil sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
- To a cocktail shaker, add strawberries and basil leaves. Muddle together to release the juices and flavors.
- Add bourbon, simple syrup, and lemon juice.
- Fill the shaker with ice. Cover and shake well for about 15 seconds.
- Fill 2 low-ball glasses with ice. Strain the strawberry mixture evenly between the glasses.
- Top each glass with club soda.
- Garnish each cocktail with a fresh strawberry and a basil sprig. Serve immediately. Cheers!
Nutrition
Serving: 1strawberry basil smash | Calories: 286kcal