LIFE’S FLAVORS 6/10- ALLISON LIBBY-THESING OF THE OAKS BED & BREAKFAST
Herb Infused Cocktail ~ Citrus Basil Margarita
This month for our herb infused cocktail series we are featuring basil. We currently have four kinds of basil in our garden and each one produces a different flavor to this wonderful herb. We love to use it in summer dishes that are cooked as well as those that use the herb raw. For this this drink we chose two of the varieties to muddle in our mix.
Basil has been used in the past to help ease stomach issues but the most common use of basil is to make pesto. Pesto is such a delicious condiment for food use, that while in season you could hardly make enough. Although it can be time consuming to make pesto, the end result is worth the wait.
Today we are not making pesto but rather a citrus basil margarita. Who does not like to make a Margarita to help cool down on those warm summer nights?
Citrus Basil Margarita
- 8-10 Basil leaves, muddled
- 1 medium Lemon
- 1/2 Lime
- 1 oz. Tequila
- 1 oz. Simple Syrup
Place your basil leaves in the bottom of your shaker cup. Muddled them quite a bit to release the oils and flavors from the basil. Squeeze in your lemon and lime. Add in the Tequila and simple syrup. Top it off with ice. Shake until the container is frosted. Strain your liquid into a salt rimmed glass. Garnish with basil and lime. Enjoy!
We hope that you enjoy this version of a margarita, so simple and refreshing. If you want to make it a mocktail, just add more lemon and lime, and withhold the tequila. Enjoy responsibly and always select a designated driver. Cheers from the Oaks bed and breakfast!
Contributed by Allison Libby-Thesing
