Cucumber Basil Martinis
Niky @ The House on SilveradoA fresh martini with cucumber-infused vodka and basil. Perfect for summer evenings.
- 3 oz cucumber infused vodka
- 2 oz prepared lemonade your favorite kind
- 1 oz fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 splash simple syrup
- 2-3 large basil leaves
Tear up basil leaves into the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Muddle.
Add the vodka, lemonade, lemon juice and simple syrup.
Add about 1/2 cup ice to shaker, place lid, and shake vigorously for several seconds.
Strain into 2 martini glasses.
Garnish by floating a full basil leaf on top.