Strawberry Bliss Basil Smash

This Strawberry Bliss Basil Smash is a delightful summer sipper that combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the aromatic essence of basil. Blended with a hint of lime and vodka, and topped with sparkling soda, this cocktail offers a vibrant and refreshing flavor profile that's perfect for any occasion.

Strawberry Bliss Basil Smash

A delightful summer cocktail with fresh strawberries, basil, vodka, and a splash of soda, creating a vibrant and refreshing flavor.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pint strawberries, hulled and sliced (about 6 large or 12 medium berries)
  • 2-4 tablespoons agave or honey (or more to taste)
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 3 basil leaves
  • 2 ounces strawberry syrup (1/4 cup)
  • 2 ounces vodka
  • 2 ounces sparkling wine, lemon-lime soda, or club soda, chilled
  • Optional garnishes: lime wedges, sliced strawberries, basil leaves, sugar for rim

Instructions

  1. Make the strawberry syrup by blending strawberries, agave, and lime juice until smooth. Optional: Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds.
  2. Gently muddle basil leaves in a cocktail glass and fill the glass with ice.
  3. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine 1/4 cup of the strawberry syrup and vodka. Shake for about 10 seconds until the shaker is cool to the touch.
  4. Add sparkling wine or soda to the shaker, then strain the cocktail into the prepared glass.
  5. Garnish with strawberries, basil leaves, and lime wedges before serving.