Basil-Lemon Gimlets

Directions

1. 1
   In a cocktail shaker, muddle 8 of the basil leaves with 2 tbls of the simple syrup (simple syrup is equal parts of water and sugar, heated until sugar disolves then chilled).
2. 2
   Add 5 oz of the vodka, half of the lemon juice and 4 ice cubes and shake well.
3. 3
   Strain into 2 martini glasses and repeat with the remaining ingredients.