Lucky Late-y
Alright, I’m a couple days late for St. Patrick’s Day, but here is a very (naturally) green drink that is very tasty and fresh. Nothing too complicated about the ingredient list, but the technique is worth noting. Instead of muddling or just adding fresh herbs to the shaker tin, this drink uses a blender. This technique brings a lot more herbal flavor as well as a gorgeous color, and is also a great way to make a big batch.
The flavor is herbal, bright, and just slightly savory thanks to the celery bitters. Definitely worth a try! Bonus points to me for using a delicious Irish gin (gifted by the brand).
Recipe
1oz Gin (@dinglegin, gifted)
1oz Mezcal (@dadyomezcal, gifted)
0.75oz Orange liqueur
0.25oz Agave syrup
0.75oz Lemon juice
1 dash Celery bitters (@scrappysbitters, gifted)
4 large basil leaves
Add all ingredients to blender and blend on high speed for 30-60 seconds. Strain through fine mesh strainer into cocktail shaker. Add ice and shake until chilled. Fine strain into coupe and garnish with fresh basil leaf. Cheers!!
