Cocktails Watermelon Cucumber + Basil Cocktail Prep: 7 mins Cook: N/AServings: 1Create this refreshing, gin-based, end-of-summer treat with fresh watermelon, cucumber, and basil from the garden/farmer’s market.Ingredients 1 jigger (1 ½ oz.) gin (we love The Botanist) ½ ounce St. Germain liqueur 1 – 1 ½ jiggers (1 ½ to 2 ½ oz.) freshly pressed watermelon juice 2 slices organic cucumber 3 organic basil leaves, torn, plus a sprig for garnish ½ of a lime, sliced into wedges for easier muddling Splash club soda Ice*Choose organic whenever possible Nutritional InfoNutrition InfoPerServingDaily%Calories1809%Fat (g)00%Saturated Fat (g)00%Carbohydrates (g)124%Protein (g)01%Sugars (g)90%Fiber (g)02%PreparationView As Slideshow In a cocktail shaker, muddle cucumber slices, basil leaves, and lime wedges. Add gin, St. Germain liqueur, and watermelon juice to the shaker. Add a handful of ice. Shake to integrate. Pour into a tall glass, and finish with a splash of club soda. Garnish with a sprig of basil. Slap the basil between your hands to release the oils and intensify the aromatics. Enjoy!TipGarnish with a sprig of rosemary.print TAGS: Basil, Cucumber, Gin, Herbs, Lime, Watermelon JuiceShare this:Related Recipes Champagne Mojito Turmerique The Bloodiest Mary Le Crantini Summer Gin Cocktail Mango Yogurt Daquiri Gin Berry Bloom Rhubarb Mint Cocktail