Cocktails
Watermelon Cucumber + Basil Cocktail
Prep: 7 mins
Cook: N/A
Cook: N/A
Servings: 1
Create 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 Info
| Nutrition Info | PerServing | Daily% |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 180 | 9% |
| Fat (g) | 0 | 0% |
| Saturated Fat (g) | 0 | 0% |
| Carbohydrates (g) | 12 | 4% |
| Protein (g) | 0 | 1% |
| Sugars (g) | 9 | 0% |
| Fiber (g) | 0 | 2% |
Preparation
- 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!
Tip
Garnish with a sprig of rosemary.
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