Martini Variation

Lemon Basil Martini

Name: Lemon Basil Martini
Yield: 1 cocktail
Ingredients: 60 ml Gin; 22.5 ml Lemon juice; 15 ml Simple syrup; 5 leaves Basil leaves

Served in a coupe glass

Ingredients

60 ml Gin
22.5 ml Lemon juice
15 ml Simple syrup
5 leaves Basil leaves

Preparation

Muddle basil with syrup. Add gin and lemon, shake with ice and double strain into a coupe.

Garnish

Basil leaf

Origin story

The Lemon Basil Martini emerged in the 2000s as part of the craft cocktail movement, emphasizing fresh ingredients and unique flavor profiles. Its combination of lemon and basil reflects a trend towards garden-inspired cocktails.