I love a good gin based cocktail. Most every bartender can make a basic Tom Collins without screwing it up too bad. Which is good for you on dollar well drink nights at your local watering hole. This cocktail is a little more mature than those watered down cheapies. It’s perfect for those who love herbs or gin or citrus.
Blackberry and Basil Gin and Tonics (a variation of this recipe)
- 12 blackberries
- 12 basil leaves, torn
- 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- 12 ounces gin
- Tonic water
- Ice
Set out four high ball glasses. Place 3 blackberries, 3 basil leaves, juice of ½ lemon, and 1 tablespoon simple syrup in each glass and muddle together. Fill each glass with ice, followed by 3 ounces of gin. Top off each drink with tonic water, stir and serve. Makes 4 drinks.
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This looks delicious!
Thanks! It was yummy! I love berry season!
Yummy yumm
Indeed. You and David would love them!
these look fabulous. I need to start collecting blackberries!
Even though I don’t love the store bought variety, they are pretty good in this cocktail. And I’d rather have the drink than nothing at all! 😀
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