Affix the lid and then shake vigorously for about 20 seconds. Add a large ice cube to the rocks glass. Double strain the cocktail into the rocks glass and then garnish with a fresh basil sprig. Serve.

A simple sprig of smacked basil makes a quick and effective addition to any summer cocktail or mocktail. It's even more effortless than making a simple syrup, a cordial, or even muddling the herb.

The classic Caprese salad is all about fresh ingredients. Layer slices of ripe tomatoes with mozzarella cheese and fresh ...

How to Make a Basil Martini Cocktail Place basil and mint leaves in your shaker with lemon juice and simple syrup. The citrus helps protect the herbs from oxidation while muddling. Gently muddle ...

Basil sprig, for garnish DIRECTIONS Put a rocks glass in the freezer to chill. In a cocktail shaker, combine the bourbon, lemon juice and basil syrup. Add ice, cover, and shake vigorously for 30 ...

Non-alcoholic botanical spirit Seedlip Garden 108 combines with herbal tonic water. Additional aromatics come from a basil sprig and cucumber ribbon garnish. get the recipe 08of 08 ...

Add the tomatoes, 2 fresh basil sprigs, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer.

These mint julep recipes and tips from cocktail experts will take your Derby Day cocktails to the next level.

2 basil sprigs, plus 1/2 cup sliced fresh basil leaves 1 c. heavy cream Crostini 4 tbsp. unsalted butter, softened 2 oz. Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 cup), divided Freshly ground black pepper 1 ...

Add the tomatoes, sprig of basil, bay leaf, and sugar. Stir well, lower the heat, and simmer, stirring often, for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sauce is aromatic and thickened slightly; keep warm.

Georgia Mint Julep Courtesy Ingredients 2 oz Hennessy V.S.O.P Privilège Cognac .25 oz apricot brandy .25 oz simple syrup 8 tender mint sprigs Instructions ...