🍓 Strawberry Thai Basil Gin Fizz (Cocktail)

Ingredients (serves 2):

• 4–5 fresh strawberries, hulled
• 4–6 Thai basil leaves (or regular basil)
• 3 oz gin
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz simple syrup (or honey/agave, to taste)
• 1/2 cup soda water or sparkling water
• Ice cubes
• Strawberry slices and basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Muddle:
   In a shaker, muddle the strawberries and Thai basil with lemon juice and syrup until juicy and fragrant.
2. Shake:
   Add gin and ice to the shaker. Shake well for 15 seconds.
3. Strain:
   Strain into two ice-filled glasses (or fine-strain if you don’t want pulp).
4. Top with Fizz:
   Add soda water to top off each glass. Stir gently.
5. Garnish:
   Garnish with a fresh strawberry slice and a Thai basil leaf or sprig.

✨ Tips:

• Thai basil adds a slight anise (licorice) note — more complex than sweet basil.
• Want a mocktail? Skip the gin, double the strawberries, and use basil lemonade as a base!