Vodka Gimlet

Ingredients

2 ounces vodka

1 ounce lime juice

1 ounce simple syrup (or less)

2 ounces chopped English cucumber (about a 1 1/2 inch piece)

6-8 small basil leaves

Garnish with cucumber slice and a basil sprig

Equipment

Shaker and strainer

Citrus juicer

Martini style glass

Recipe

As mentioned previously, gin is nothing more than flavored vodka so either spirit works in many classic cocktails. This recipe is a vodka based version of a cucumber basil gimlet. Muddle the cucumber and basil in the shaker, add the remaining ingredients and shake with ice. Double strain into the chilled martini glass. Garnish with cucumber slice and basil sprig. If you like this, I dare you to make it with gin next time!