Strawberry Basil Southside gives the classic gin-and-lime cocktail a fresh fruit-and-herb twist. Pureed strawberries bring bright sweetness, basil adds an aromatic finish and lime keeps every sip crisp.
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Strawberry Basil Southside
Basil isn’t just for my pasta dishes—I love what it can do in a cocktail, especially with fresh strawberries. That sweet berry flavor and fragrant little hint of basil make such a lovely pair, and gin gives them a beautiful herbal backdrop. For my twist on a Southside, I blend the strawberries and basil, then shake them with gin, fresh lime, and agave. It’s bright, refreshing, and pretty enough to make even a casual drink feel special. Add a strawberry and a sprig of basil, and I’m ready to find a comfortable seat outside and enjoy a little time to unwind.
Mary’s Introduction
THE RECIPE
Strawberry Basil Southside
Prep 10 minCook 0 minTotal 10 min
Ingredients
Cocktail
Garnish
Instructions
Chef Notes
- Use ripe strawberries for the strongest fruit flavor and color.
- Shake until the outside of the cocktail shaker feels very cold so the drink is properly chilled and diluted.
Nutrition estimated per serving
242 Calories0.6 g Protein27.8 g Carbs0.3 g Fat0 g Sat. Fat1.2 g Fiber22.1 g Sugar3 mg Sodium
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Nutrition Per Serving
Calories242
Protein0.6 g
Carbs27.8 g
Fat0.3 g
Sat. Fat0 g
Fiber1.2 g
Sugar22.1 g
Sodium3 mg
Nutrition information is an estimate based on available ingredient data and can vary by brand, preparation and substitutions. It is provided for convenience and is not medical advice.
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How to Make a Strawberry Basil Southside
Make the Puree
Puree the strawberries, basil leaves and water.
Fill the Shaker
Add ice to a cocktail shaker.
Add the Cocktail Ingredients
Add the strawberry-basil puree, gin, lime juice and agave nectar to the cocktail shaker.
Shake Well
Shake until the cocktail is thoroughly chilled.
Pour
Pour the cocktail into a chilled stemmed glass.
Garnish
Finish with a strawberry and fresh basil sprig.
Recipe Guidance
Storage
For the best flavor and texture, serve immediately. Refrigerate unused strawberry-basil puree in a covered container and use within 1 day.
Reheating
Do not reheat. Keep the ingredients cold and shake a fresh cocktail just before serving.
Make Ahead
Prepare and refrigerate the strawberry-basil puree up to 1 day ahead. Measure and shake the remaining ingredients only when ready to serve.
Serving Suggestions
Serve in a chilled stemmed cocktail glass with a strawberry and upright basil sprig.
