The Lovell Table

Here’s a festive drink to serve up this July 4th or just a special drink for anytime of year!

The basil brings a unique flavor to the smash that distracts from the tartness of the blackberries. The result is a refreshing and satisfying cocktail- I’m picturing it poolside right now.

I’ll be serving it up in a “Classic Old Fashioned Glass” from Party Time Rentals. You can rent yours here:

https://partytimerentals.us/

Below you will find the simple recipe and method to make your own Basil Blackberry Smash!

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup fresh basil
• 1.5 ounces vodka
• 10 ounces tonic water
• 4 spoonfuls of blackberries
• splash of ginger beer

Method for Basil Simple Syrup

1. Make the basil simple syrup by bringing 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, and 1 cup of fresh basil to a boil
2. Stir until the sugar disolves and then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 minute
3. Remove from the heat and let the syrup sit for 30 minutes (this can be made days in advance)

Method for Basil Blackberry Smash

1. Muddle blackberries with 1.5 ounces of the basil simple sryup
2. Pour over vodka
3. Pour over tonic water
4. Stir
5. Strain into a glass
6. Top with ginger beer and more blackberries

Happy celebrating!