Here’s a refreshing cocktail for the season full of picnics and watermelon. It’s the perfect cooler for sitting on the front porch swing. If only I had one. A kick from the ginger, herbal notes from basil and sweetness from watermelon make for the perfect summery libation. Cheers!
Basil Watermelon Cooler
Makes 2
3 large basil leaves
1 slice peeled ginger
1 chunk watermelon
.5 oz simple syrup
2 oz Vodka
.5 oz fresh lime juice
Ginger ale
Garnish
1 Watermelon slice and basil leaf
In a shaker, muddle the basil, ginger, watermelon and simple syrup.
Add the vodka and lime juice, and fill with ice.
Shake well and strain into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
Top with ginger ale and garnish with a watermelon slice and basil leaf.
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