Plum-Basil Summer Fizz

Deep and sweet, the Plum-Basil Summer Fizz is a refreshing cocktail that perfectly captures the essence of juicy red plums in the summer. With a delightful combination of ripe plum, fragrant basil, and gin, this cocktail is a delightful and colorful addition to any summer gathering.

Plum-Basil Summer Fizz

A refreshing and vibrant cocktail featuring ripe plums, basil, and gin, perfect for summer sipping.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ripe plum, pitted, half diced and half sliced
  • 5 large basil leaves
  • 2 oz. gin
  • 1 oz. simple syrup
  • Seltzer, to top drink
  • Lime wedge, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the diced plum and basil leaves.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice and add the gin and simple syrup.
  3. Place the shaker lid and shake for 1 minute.
  4. Pour into a glass filled with the sliced plum.
  5. Fill the glass to the top with seltzer and garnish with a lime wedge.