Basil Vespa

Name: Basil Vespa
Ingredients: Basil Lemon Syrup; 1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup water; The cocktail; 1-2 tablespoons basil lemon syrup; 1 splash gin; 4-5 ounces Prosecco

9 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

Basil Lemon Syrup
1 1/2 cups fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
The cocktail
1-2 tablespoons basil lemon syrup
1 splash gin
4-5 ounces Prosecco

Directions

1

Make simple syrup: combine sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool.
2

Combine simple syrup, basil, and lemon juice in a blender. Puree until completely liquid. Strain to remove any leftover basil bits or lemon pulp.
3

Combine basil lemon syrup and gin in a chilled wine glass or champagne flute.
4

Fill with Prosecco and enjoy! Garnish with a lemon twist or basil sprig if you're feeling fancy.