Cucumber Lime Basil Martini

Recipe created by SheKnows on Jun 20, 2011
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Prep: 5 min
Cook Time: –
Total: 5 min
Serving: 1 Serving

You can either purchase the cucumber vodka from a well-stocked liquor store or make your own homemade version for this lush and invigorating summertime cocktail.

Ingredients

8 fresh basil leaves
1 half lime
2 ounces cucumber vodka
3/4 ounce simple syrup
crushed ice
basil leaf to garnish

Directions

Place the basil and a large handful of crushed ice into a cocktail shaker and muddle well.
Add the lime juice, vodka and simple syrup to the shaker and shake the mixture for 35 seconds to combine.
Strain the mixture into a martini glass and garnish the drink with the basil leaf; serve immediately.