Ruby Basil Twist

This Ruby Basil Twist is a delightful, refreshing cocktail perfect for brunch or any time you're in the mood for a bright, low-alcohol pick-me-up. The combination of London dry gin, St-Germain elderflower liqueur, fresh grapefruit juice, and a splash of lemon juice creates a zesty and invigorating flavor profile. Garnished with a fresh basil leaf, this cocktail is both visually appealing and delicious.

Ruby Basil Twist

A refreshing and low-alcohol cocktail with gin, elderflower liqueur, and grapefruit juice, garnished with a basil leaf.

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Ingredients

  • Ice
  • 1 oz London dry gin
  • 0.50 oz St-Germain elderflower liqueur
  • 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
  • 0.50 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 1 large basil leaf (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  2. Add the London dry gin, St-Germain elderflower liqueur, fresh grapefruit juice, and fresh lemon juice to the shaker.
  3. Shake the ingredients well.
  4. Pour the mixture through a fine strainer into a chilled coupe glass.
  5. Garnish with a large basil leaf.