Cucumber Basil Gin Fizz

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!

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

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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!

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