BASIL CUCUMBER MARTINI

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Categories     Herb     No-Cook

Yield 1 Drink

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ginger simple syrup:
1 teaspoon of sugar
1 teaspoon hot water
1 teaspoon fresh finly ground ginger
Martini:
1 3-inch cube skinned and seeded cucumber cut up in chunks
2 oz of gin or vodka
3 basil leaves torn (leave one whole)
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl mix sugar and the hot water together. Using a fine strainer, press the fresh ginger through the strainer over the bowl to release it's juices. In a shaker muddle 2 basil leaves (torn) with the cucumber until mashed well. Mix in the vodka or gin, the ginger simple syrup, fresh lime juice, and ice. Shake well and strain in chilled martini glass or over rocks. Garnish with a whole basil leaf and a thin slice of cucumber.

Jamie Clarke
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This martini is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for someone who likes a sweeter cocktail.


Bloxy gaming
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I love the combination of basil and cucumber in this martini. It's a unique and refreshing flavor that's perfect for summer.


RIYAZ HOSSEN
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This martini is a great way to use up fresh basil and cucumbers from the garden. It's also a delicious and refreshing cocktail.


Angie Deniza Hern√°ndez
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Not my favorite martini. I found the basil flavor to be a bit overpowering.


Gabe Hazelton
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This was the perfect cocktail to enjoy on a hot summer day. The cucumber and basil flavors were so refreshing.


ajob shamim
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This martini is a bit too strong for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for someone who likes a stiff drink.


Mazibuko Mazibuko
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I made this martini for a girls' night in, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Charles Huff
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This martini is perfect for a summer party! It's light and refreshing, and the basil and cucumber flavors are so unique.


Yemycy Modamori
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Not a fan of this one. The basil and cucumber flavors were too strong for me.


Maani Bhai
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This was a great recipe! The martini was delicious and refreshing, and it was easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Miguel Ramirez
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This martini was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference. The cucumber and basil flavors were nice, and the vodka was smooth.


lala land uwuwuwuwu
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I love this recipe! The basil and cucumber are so refreshing, and the vodka gives it a nice kick. I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit.


ellitizer
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This basil cucumber martini was a refreshing and delicious summer cocktail. The cucumber and basil flavors were perfectly balanced, and the vodka gave it a nice kick. It was easy to make and perfect for a party or a night in.


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