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Description
Lillet is aperitif made with wine and is the flavor foundation in this Kamikaze styled beverage shaken with basil, gin and orange juice.
Ingredients
- 1 c ice cubes, plus more for each glass
- 1⁄2 c lillet blanc
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1⁄4 c whole basil leaves, plus small sprigs, for garnish
- 1 oz tonic water
- cucumber spears for garnish
Instructions
Pre-mix the appropriate amount for the number of cocktails you are making of Lillet, gin, orange juice, and whole basil leaves in to a pitcher. Let the mixture sit at least 30 minutes to infuse.
When ready to serve make each Kamikaze individually by adding 1 cup ice cubes to a shaker and 3 or 4 ounces of the infused Lillet mixture per cocktail. Cover and shake well.
Strain the Kamikaze into a ice filled glass and top with a splash of tonic water. Garnish with a cucumber spear and serve.
Notes
serves 1
