Sweet Basil Gimlet

Sweet Basil Gimlet
This recipe serves 6. One serving contains 260 calories, 0g of protein, and 0g of fat. This recipe covers 2% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. A mixture of basil, plymouth gin, sugar, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so flavorful. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free, fodmap friendly, and vegan diet.

Instructions

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In a small sauce pan combine sugar with 1 cup water. Cook over medium-high heat until the sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Turn off the heat.
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Add the chopped basil to a heat proof bowl then pour the ssyrup over the leaves to steep about 30 minutes. Strain the mixture, discarding the basil.
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Let cool completely.
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Add the basil simple syrup, gin and limejuice to a medium-sized pitcher.
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Pour the cocktail into an ice filled old-fashioned glass. Garnsih with a sprig of basil.
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Serve.

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DifficultyMedium
Ready In45 m.
Servings6
Health Score0
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