Muddled Basil Martini

Elevate your cocktail game with this refreshing and herbaceous Muddled Basil Martini! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh basil, zesty lime juice, and a subtle sweetness from simple syrup, this cocktail is as aromatic as it is delicious. The vodka base creates a smooth and sophisticated balance, while muddling the basil unlocks its natural oils, infusing the drink with a garden-fresh essence. Served in a chilled martini glass and garnished with a single basil leaf, this five-minute recipe is perfect for everything from summer soirées to elegant dinner parties. Quick, easy, and irresistibly refreshing, this basil martini is your next must-try cocktail for showcasing the bright taste of fresh herbs.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

6 pieces fresh basil leaves
2 ounces vodka
1 ounce fresh lime juice
0.5 ounce simple syrup
1 cup ice cubes
1 piece basil leaf (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Place the fresh basil leaves in the bottom of a cocktail shaker.

Step 2

Gently muddle the basil using a muddler or the back of a spoon to release its aromatic oils.

Step 3

Add the vodka, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and a cup of ice cubes into the shaker.

Step 4

Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.

Step 5

Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass using a cocktail strainer.

Step 6

Garnish the drink with a single fresh basil leaf on top for a polished presentation.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Muddled Basil Martini!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(342.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	165.5

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 9.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g	0%
Total Sugars 7.0g
Protein 0.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 11.8mg	0%
Iron 0.3mg	0%
Potassium 43.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.4%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 94.5%