Strawberry Gin Rickey

5 from 11 votes

Strawberry Gin Rickey

This strawberry gin rickey is fruity, crisp and a little herbaceous thanks to the basil. It’s perfect for summer sipping or any time you want something fresh and fizzy. A splash of club soda finishes it off beautifully.

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Cooling Time20

Total Time40

Course: Drink

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cocktail

Servings:

Author: Bella Bucchiotti

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Strawberry Basil Syrup

½ Cup granulated sugar
½ Cup water
⅔ Cup strawberries fresh or thawed, sliced
4 basil leaves

For the Gin Rickeys

½ Cup strawberry basil syrup
½ Cup gin
½ Cup lemon juice
½ to 1 Cup club soda
2 ½ Cups ice

Optional Garnishes

mint sprigs
basil leaves
lemon slices
strawberries

Instructions

Make the Syrup

In a small saucepan over medium heat combine the sugar, water, sliced strawberries and basil leaves.
Bring to a simmer and cook until the strawberries are mushy and the syrup has thickened, around 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool down.

Make the Gin Rickeys

In a small pitcher combine the strawberry basil simple syrup, gin and lemon juice. Stir to combine. Add the ice and top with the soda.
Serve immediately garnished with mint sprigs, basil leaves, lemon slices, and/or fresh strawberries.

Notes

Let the syrup cool: This keeps the drink cold and prevents dilution.
Use fresh lemon juice: It makes a big difference in flavor.
Adjust sweetness: Add more or less syrup to suit your taste.
Cocktail strength: You can use ½ cup of soda for a stronger drink or a full cup for a more refreshing or less strong cocktail.

Nutrition

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