Thai Basil Martini

Fresh lemon, Thai basil leaves, and vodka make for a bright and refreshing combination in this elegant, lightly sweetened martini.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 5 mins
• Calories: 150 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons white sugar
• 4 fluid ounces vodka
• ice cubes
• 4 wedges lemon, divided
• 6 leaves Thai basil, divided

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place 2 lemon wedges, 4 Thai basil leaves, and sugar in a cocktail shaker and mash well with a cocktail muddler. Pour in vodka and ice cubes; cover and shake until the outside of the shaker has frosted, about 45 seconds. Strain into 2 chilled martini glasses and garnish each with 1 lemon wedge and 1 Thai basil leaf.