Basil Gimlet

Ingredients

• 8 medium basil leaves
• 1 ½ ounces gin
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 to 2 teaspoons agave nectar or simple syrup, to taste

Steps

1. 1

   In a cocktail shaker or mason jar, gently muddle the basil leaves.

2. 2

   Add lime juice, agave nectar and gin.

3. 3

   Fill with ice, securely fasten the lid and shake well.

4. 4

   Strain into a martini glass.