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Basil & Gin Jolly Gin Gimlet

5 minutes | Yield: 1 drink

This fresh and festive twist on the classic gimlet combines fragrant @soliroganic basil, zesty lime, @drinkmonday gin and a touch of maple syrup for the perfect winter mocktail.

Ingredients

  • 3 fresh Soli Organic basil leaves, plus more for a garnish
  • 2 ounces (4 tablespoons) Monday Zero Alcohol Gin
  • ½ ounce (1 tablespoon) lime juice
  • ½ ounce (1 tablespoon) simple syrup or maple syrup

Directions

  1. Add the basil leaves and gin to a cocktail shaker and muddle 4 to 5 times until the basil leaves are crushed.
  2. Add the lime juice and maple syrup to the cocktail shaker. Fill it with ice and shake until cold.
  3. Strain the drink into a glass. Top with a splash of soda water, if desired. Garnish with a fresh basil leaf (fastened via a skewer, if desired).

Credit: Sonja Overhiser

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