Winter Bliss Smash

This Winter Bliss Smash cocktail is a delightful blend of aquavit, lemon juice, simple syrup, and fresh basil leaves, creating a refreshing and herbaceous flavor profile. It's the perfect drink to enjoy during the winter months, offering a balance of citrusy and herbal notes that will warm your spirits. The muddled basil leaves add a touch of aromatic freshness, making this cocktail a unique and enticing choice for any gathering.

Winter Bliss Smash

A refreshing and herbaceous cocktail featuring aquavit, lemon juice, and muddled basil leaves, perfect for enjoying during the winter months.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz Aquavit
  • 1 oz Lemon Juice
  • 3/4 oz Simple Syrup
  • Basil Leaves

Instructions

  1. In a shaker tin, combine the aquavit, lemon juice, simple syrup, and a few basil leaves.
  2. Gently muddle the basil leaves to release their flavors.
  3. Add ice to the shaker and shake the cocktail for 8-10 seconds.
  4. Double strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
  5. Garnish with a fresh basil sprig.
  6. Enjoy this Winter Bliss Smash cocktail!