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Cucumber Basil Gin Fizz

July 23, 2015 by 918 Plate 8 Comments

Cucumber Basil Gin Fizz | 918 Plate
Cucumber Basil Gin Fizz | 918 Plate

Cucumber Basil Gin Fizz

This gin fizz is a perfect drink for a summer night whether you’re lounging outside watching fireflies (while trying not to be eaten by mosquitoes), or just sitting inside watching TV. With 3 local ingredients, this is an ideal representation of farm-to-table at home!

The basil & cucumbers are, of course, from our garden. I finally think our cucumbers are dwindling, because it has been so hot. So with that, Cucumber Month is coming to a close. I had big dreams of also including refrigerator pickles, but honestly, we’re pretty pickled out over here.

We did discover that cucumbers and honey are an excellent after-dinner snack, and that’s where the inspiration for this drink came from!

Cucumber Basil Gin Fizz | 918 Plate

Gin has become my “adult” drink. My go-to at fancy dinners is just a gin and tonic, but I LOVE the gin fizz (sometimes called/similar to the gimlet). The key in that drink is the lime, it truly unlocks the flavors. I thought about combining all of these elements into one drink: honey, cucumber, lime and gin. Basil just naturally fit in with the cucumber and gin, giving this drink a very “garden-y” taste.

This cocktail is light and fizzy, with a hint of the freshness of cucumber and sweetness from the honey. It’s a must try. I was impressed at how well these flavors melded together so effortlessly. I hope this drink will help you enJOY your evening, whatever you may be doing!

If you’re just now joining us, then you didn’t get to experience Cucumber Month in real-time. Never fear. First, there was some kimchi, and then some kitchen counter pickles! You can head there if you are a cucumber enthusiast.

xx hillary

Cucumber Basil Gin Fizz | 918 Plate

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Cucumber Basil Gin Fizz

Light and fresh cocktail, perfect for summer nights!
Course Drinks
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 2 drinks
Author 918 Plate

Ingredients

  • 3 large basil leaves chopped
  • 3 slices of cucumber quartered
  • 1 T. honey local from Roark Farms
  • ¼ lime
  • 2 oz. gin
  • Ice
  • 7- Up or other lemon-lime soda

Instructions

  1. Muddle basil and cucumber together in a shaker.
  2. Add honey, lime, gin and ice to shaker.
  3. Shake vigorously, until it’s frothy and cold.
  4. Pour shaker contents over ice into a small wine glass or scotch glass, until halfway filled. (any short glass will do)
  5. Top off the drink with your lemon-lime soda, and garnish with a cucumber, lime, or both!
  6. EnJOY!

This post has been linked up with Try a Bite Tuesday!

Filed Under: Drinks, Gluten Free Tagged With: alcohol, basil, cocktail, cucumber, drink, gin, gin fizz, summer

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Comments

  1. Stephanie says

    July 23, 2015 at 7:20 pm

    This sounds so delicious and refreshing. Looks like cucumbers and basil are on my grocery list tomorrow.

    Reply
    • 918 Plate says

      July 23, 2015 at 7:51 pm

      Hooray! It turned out so perfectly, and I was very pleased. 🙂 Hope you enjoy it also!

      Reply
  2. Nate says

    August 14, 2015 at 8:16 am

    Yum! I think this might be good out on the deck tonight!
    Never done gin. So that will be interesting!

    Reply
    • 918 Plate says

      August 14, 2015 at 8:21 am

      Gin is my new grown-up fave!

      Reply
  3. Debra @ Bowl Me Over says

    August 17, 2015 at 6:44 pm

    Hey thanks for sharing your amazing drink over at #TryaBiteTuesday – I’m featuring it on the blast for this week. Everyone needs a drink to start the party off with right? 😉 Hope to see you again this week! Deb

    Reply
    • 918 Plate says

      August 17, 2015 at 9:48 pm

      Oh wow, Debra, So honored to be featured! 🙂 I’m always here!

      Reply
  4. Cindi says

    August 19, 2015 at 11:32 am

    Mmm…..might be yummy with some lemongrass kombucha!

    Reply
    • 918 Plate says

      August 19, 2015 at 5:30 pm

      oh wow! yes, i agree!

      Reply

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