What You'll Need
Gin
1.5 oz
Elderflower liqueur
1 oz
Lime juice
1 oz
Tonic water
3 oz
Ice
Basil leaves
Cucumber
Gear
Collins Glass
Basic Bar Tools
Preparation
1
Add cucumber, basil and lime juice to base of glass
2
Muddle well
3
Add ice and pour over gin and elderflower liqueur
4
Shake well
5
Add ice and cucumber serving glass and strain mix over
6
Top with tonic water
7
Garnish with a basil sprig

More About This Drink
Folks who want a refreshing cucumber cocktail need to check out this Cucumber Basil Gin & Tonic. This delicious twist on the classic gin and tonic mixes up gin, elderflower liqueur, lime juice, tonic water, cucumber slices, and basil leaves, and tastes fresh, bubbly, and smooth. Garnish with cucumber and a basil sprig for some extra refreshing smells and aesthetic sexiness.
CUCUMBER BASIL GIN & TONIC
1 1/2 oz. (45ml) Gin
1 oz. (30ml) Elderflower Liqueur
1 oz. (30ml) Lime Juice
3 oz. (90ml) Tonic Water
Cucumber Slices
Basil Leaves
Garnish: Cucumber/Basil Sprig
PREPARATION
1. Add cucumber, basil and lime juice to base of glass. Muddle well.
2. Add ice and pour over gin and elderflower liqueur. Shake well.
3. Add ice and cucumber serving glass and strain mix over. Top with tonic water.
4. Garnish with a basil sprig.
DRINK RESPONSIBLY!