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Blueberry Basil Gimlet As Made By Stir Crazy Cocktails

A classic cocktail with a slight twist, this blueberry basil drink is bright and refreshing with a perfect balance of summer flavors. This content is intended solely for users of legal drinking age. Drink responsibly.

Stir Crazy Cocktails
Tasty Team
Total Time

40 minutes

40 min

Prep Time

5 minutes

5 min

Cook Time

10 minutes

10 min

Blueberry Basil Gimlet As Made By Stir Crazy Cocktails
Total Time

40 minutes

40 min

Prep Time

5 minutes

5 min

Cook Time

10 minutes

10 min

Blueberry Basil Gimlet As Made By Stir Crazy Cocktails

Ingredients

for 1 serving

Blueberry Basil Simple Syrup

  • 1 cup sugar (200 g)
  • 1 cup water (240 mL)
  • ½ cup fresh blueberry (60 g), crushed
  • 8 fresh basil leaves, torn

Cocktail

  • ice, for shaking
  • 1 oz strained lime juice (240 mL)
  • 2 oz vodka (25 mL)
  • fresh basil leaf, for garnish
  • fresh blueberry, for garnish

Special Equipment

  • martini glass, chilled

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Preparation

  1. Make the blueberry basil simple syrup: In a small pot over medium heat, combine the sugar and water. Add the blueberries and basil. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the syrup is clear. Let cool completely, about 30 minutes. Strain before using. The syrup will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
  2. Make the cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, combine the lime juice, 1 ounce blueberry basil simple syrup, and the vodka. FIll the shaker with ice, then shake vigorously. Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass and garnish a basil leaf and blueberries.
  3. Enjoy!
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