Blueberry Basil Smash
A basil simple syrup and a healthy dose of blueberry infused vodka makes this herbalicious smash cocktail a "sing in your mouth" situation. You’d be crazy not to try this. No, really – Crazy! Stop the insanity! Get your blueberries before they disappear into winter weather oblivion.
For the basil simple syrup
- 1 heaping cup of basil leaves. Pack them in there!
- 1 1/2 cup water
- 1 1/2 cup granulated sugar
For the blueberry basil smash - Makes 1 cocktail
- About 4 large basil leaves
- a small handful of blueberries
- 2-3 tablespoons basil simple syrup
- 2 ounces 4 tablespoons blueberry infused vodka (or regular vodka)
- Ice
- Seltzer
- Basil leaves {for garnish)
Make the blueberry simple syrup:
In a small saucepan, combine the basil leaves, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the basil leaves have completely wilted and look shriveled, about 10 minutes or so. Strain the basil leaves and discard. Transfer the syrup to glass jar with a lid and bring to room temperature. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use. Makes about 2 cups of simple syrup.
Smash that:
To an 8 ounce glass, add the basil leaves, blueberries, and simple syrup. Mash is with a muddler, or the handle of a wooden spoon until the basil leaves become fragrant and the blueberries have released their juice. Add the vodka and mix to combine. Add ice and top with seltzer. Mix once again to combine and knock that jammy back, yo.