Blackberry-Basil-Cucumber Smash
Ingredients
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- 1 (0.5-oz) pkg fresh basil
- 4 blackberries
- 2 cucumber slices
- 3 Tbsp gluten-free gin (see Note)
- 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice
- Garnishes: cucumber ribbon, blackberries (optional)
Instructions
- Combine sugar, water, and basil in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat; cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Strain (makes ⅔ cup).
- Add blackberries and cucumber to a cocktail shaker, and gently muddle. Add gin, 2 Tbsp basil simple syrup, lime juice, and ice to fill shaker. Cover and shake until chilled, about 30 seconds.
- Strain mixture into an old-fashioned glass filled half full with ice. Garnish, if desired. Makes 1 serving.
Nutritional Information
| Main | Total | |
| Servings | 1 | |
| Calories |
206
|
206
|
| Fat (g) | 0 | 0 |
| Sat. Fat (g) | 0 | 0 |
| Protein (g) | 1 | 1 |
| Carb (g) | 27 | 27 |
| Fiber (g) | 2 | 2 |
| Sodium (mg) | 2 | 2 |
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