Cucumber, Basil & Lime Gimlet

This refreshing summer cocktail was another way to use my beautiful basil and special homegrown cucumbers from a friend. There is still time to enjoy one! 🙂

This recipe was adapted from liquor.com. It is an adaptation of a classic gin gimlet which is composed of gin, lime juice and simple syrup.

Yield: One cocktail

• 1 1/2 ounces vodka or gin
• 2 1/4-inch slices cucumber, peeled
• 2 fresh basil leaves. plus more for garnish
• 1 ounce lemonade
• 1/4 to 1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice, to taste

1. Muddle the basil and cucumber in a shaker.
2. Add remaining ingredients and ice and shake.
3. Strain into a rocks glass over ice.
4. Garnish with a basil leaf. Serve.

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I live in Stony Brook, New York on Long Island. I love garlic and baking. My hobby (and love) is to try new recipes. My favorite recipe resources include The New York Times, Food and Wine, Bon Appetit, and Martha Stewart Living. Enjoy!

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