Name: Strawberry Gin Smash With Basil & Elderflower
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 Cocktails
Cuisine: American

Sunday Table Verified

February 19, 2025

9 Ingredients

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This strawberry gin smash has fresh basil, elderflower liqueur, and lime juice for a refreshing, delicious summer cocktail. Make it in a pitcher or as a single drink!

Strawberry Gin Smash With Basil & Elderflower

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Strawberry Gin Smash With Basil & Elderflower

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Ingredients

Cocktails

WarningLactose and 2 other allergens identified

Instructions

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Strawberry Basil Purée

In a blender or food processor, purée the strawberries and basil together until smooth. You should end up with about 4 ounces total.

Strawberry Gin Smash (Puréed Version)

In four highball glasses, add 1 oz. strawberry basil purée, 1/2 oz. lime juice, 1/2 oz. simple syrup, 1 1/2 oz. gin, and 1/2 oz. elderflower liqueur to each glass. Stir until combined.

Fill the glasses with ice. Top with soda water. Garnish with strawberries, basil, etc. Stir the strawberry gin smashes right before drinking. Enjoy!

Strawberry Gin Smash (Muddled Version)

Place 1/4 cup of sliced strawberries into each highball glass. Muddle until the strawberries are juicy and smooth. Add 2 basil leaves to each highball glass and muddle just a bit to release the flavor of the herb.

To each glass, add 1/2 oz. lime juice, 1/2 oz. simple syrup, 1 1/2 oz. gin, and 1/2 oz. elderflower liqueur. Stir.

Fill the glass with ice and top with club soda. Garnish, if desired. Give it a stir right before enjoying.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Basil Muddling Magic 🌿
Gently muddle basil leaves to release their essential oils without crushing them completely, which prevents bitterness and preserves the delicate herb's flavor.
Strawberry Purée Pro Tip 🍓
For the most vibrant strawberry basil purée, use fully ripe strawberries and strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds and create a silky smooth texture.
Elderflower Liqueur Balance 🍸
Use elderflower liqueur sparingly - it's potent and can quickly overpower the delicate strawberry and basil flavors, so start with a small amount and adjust to taste.
Fresh Ice Technique ❄️
Use large, clear ice cubes or spheres to minimize dilution and keep your cocktail cold without watering down the nuanced flavors of the gin smash.
Garnish Like a Pro 🍃
Create a stunning presentation by slapping fresh basil leaves between your hands before garnishing to release their aromatic oils and enhance the cocktail's sensory experience.

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I’m Sara, the creator behind Sunday Table, sharing cozy, modern small bites and mini desserts made for entertaining. Trained in baking and culinary arts, I’ve been creating elevated, crowd-pleasing recipes since 2012 (with lots of coffee). ☕️