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I asked ChatGPT to give me a twist on my favorite lemon drop martini and this Basil Infused Lemon Drop Martini is what it AI came up with! It’s a hit!
Sip and savor the refreshing combination of citrusy lemon, herbal basil, and the subtle sweetness of the infused syrup. The basil infusion adds a delightful herbal note to the classic lemon drop cocktail (that’s how ChatGPT described this cocktail!).
I may have to experiment with other herbs or ingredients to create more unique twists on the Lemon Drop Martini. Cheers!
PrintBasil Infused Lemon Drop Martini
Ingredients
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Martini:
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz basil-infused simple syrup (I used 1 oz.)
- Fresh basil leaves, sliced lemon (for garnish)
- Ice cubes
- Sugar (for rimming the glass)
Basil-Infused Simple Syrup:
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- Handful of fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Prepare Basil-Infused Simple Syrup:
- In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Add fresh basil leaves and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let it cool. Strain to remove basil leaves, leaving you with basil-infused simple syrup.
- Prepare the Glass:
- Wet the rim of a martini glass with a lemon wedge and dip into sugar.
- Chill the Glass:
- Place the prepared martini glass in the freezer to chill.
- Make the Basil Infused Lemon Drop Martini:
- In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, triple sec, fresh lemon juice, and the basil-infused simple syrup.
- Add ice cubes to the shaker.
- Shake Well:
- Shake the ingredients well for about 15-20 seconds.
- Strain into the Glass:
- Remove the chilled glass from the freezer and strain the cocktail into it.
- Garnish:
- Garnish the drink with a fresh basil leaf or a basil sprig for an aromatic twist.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Your Basil-Infused Lemon Drop Martini is ready to be enjoyed!