Tip #40 - Gin Basil Smash

Tip #40 – Gin Basil Smash

For the perfect sunset

What exactly is a South African sundowner? It's when you meet up with friends, colleagues, or family for a drink just before sunset. Where? Anywhere! On a hill with a view, at home in the garden, or in a bar, watching the sun go down and ending the day feeling relaxed. We've found the perfect drink for you. Bring the South African sunset to your home!

Gin Basil Smash Recipe:

Ingredients for one glass (Tumbler)

• 5-6 basil leaves
• 1-2 tsp sugar syrup – depending on how sweet the tonic water is
• 4 cl gin (e.g. Muti Gin)
• 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 100-125 ml tonic water
• a few ice cubes
• 1-2 basil leaves (for garnish)
• 1 organic lemon slice
• 1 cucumber slice

Preparation

1. Roughly tear basil leaves into pieces.
2. Put into a cocktail shaker with syrup and muddle well with a wooden muddler.
3. Add gin and lemon juice, close the lid, and shake vigorously for about 1 minute.
4. Pour the drink through the strainer in the lid into a glass filled with ice.
5. Top up with tonic water.
6. Add torn basil leaves, lemon, and cucumber as desired.

Cheers!

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