Gin and fresh basil syrup mixed with fresh lime juice make one of the most refreshing cocktails I’ve ever had! So Refreshing!

Ingredients

Instructions

For basil syrup:
1) Combine ingredients in a small pot. Bring to a slight simmer, stirring to dissolve sugar.

2) Simmer for 2 minutes. Kill the heat and let sit until cool.

3) Strain and store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.

For cocktail:
1) Add ice to a small cocktail glass.

2) Combine gin, basil syrup, and fresh squeezed lime juice in a shaker with lots of ice and shake for 20-30 seconds until very chilled.

3) Strain into fresh ice and garnish with cucumber slices and small basil leaves.