Basil Whisper — The lime basil smash that speaks of summer
An aromatic basil smash with Naturae Gin Herbarium and fresh lime . Servings : 50–40–10 ml + basil. Time : 3 minutes. Difficulty : easy.
- Style: Herbaceous and fragrant sour
- Drink: dry, fresh, citrusy
- Occasions: summer aperitif, garden party
Ingredients (1 drink)
- 50 ml Naturae Gin Herbarium
- 40 ml fresh lime juice
- 10 ml sugar syrup (1:1)
- 10–12 fresh basil leaves (in a shake)
- Ice
- Basil leaves for garnish
Glass & Equipment
- Old fashioned or cup
- Shaker, jigger, strainer (fine mesh recommended)
Procedure (3 minutes)
- Chill the glass with ice.
- Place the basil leaves in a shaker, then add the gin , lime , and simple syrup . Shake vigorously with ice for 8–10 seconds (do not over-muddle).
- Strain through a fine mesh into an old fashioned glass with clear ice (or into a glass without ice for a drier profile).
- Garnish with a sprig of basil and, if desired, a lemon zest.
Sensory profile
An intense nose of basil and citrus; a dry, bright palate with herbaceous freshness, precise lime acidity, and a clean finish that enhances the botanicals of Naturae Gin Herbarium .
Quick variations
- Basil Fizz: Top with 40ml of soda water in a highball glass for a lighter version.
- Basil & Thyme: 1 small sprig of thyme in a shake for Mediterranean complexity.
- Velvet Foam: Add 15 ml of egg white; dry shake + wet shake for a silky texture.
Food pairing
- Tomato and basil bruschetta
- Fish carpaccio with citrus fruits
- Light salads with citrus fruits and almonds
