It was hot and muggy from storms that were crawling up from the Gulf of Mexico. Thanks to the humid heat all I wanted was something tall, cool and refreshing and a moment to sit out on my deck and watch the storm clouds roll in. I had a few strawberries in my little deck garden, I always have fresh basil in the summertime and I had vodka and tonic water.
Muddle, mix, pour, garnish, done.
STRAWBERRY BASIL
VODKA TONIC
INGREDIENTS:
1-1/2 Oz. Vodka
4 Strawberries, sliced
3 Fresh Basil Leaves, chopped
1 Tbsp. Sugar
Tonic water
GARNISH
Basil Sprig
Strawberry
TOOLS
Jigger, Measuring spoons, Muddler, Collins glass.
DIRECTIONS
In the bottom of the your glass muddle the strawberries, basil leaves, sugar and vodka.
Fill your glass with crushed ice and top off with tonic.
Give your cocktail a good stir to chill and garnish with a fresh strawberry, the basil sprig and enjoy.
