The Gin Basil Smash is a foundation stone. Gin, citrus, simple syrup, and basil—its inherent deliciousness is so evident to bartenders and non-bartenders alike as to approach something like a natural ...

As we all somehow continue to exist in the hottest summer of our lives, there’s nothing I want more than a crushable drink with a little backbone. This month, I thought I’d teach you all how to make a ...

Make the lemon-basil syrup: In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine water, sugar and salt. Bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat, stir in basil and steep 10 ...

The Basil Gimlet is an herbaceous take on the three-ingredient classic featuring gin, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and muddled basil leaves. Learn how to make this modern classic that has roots in ...

Makes 4 servings. Recipe is by Teresa B. Day. 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries ½ cup fresh basil leaves, torn or sliced ½ cup agave syrup or simple syrup ¼ cup triple sec ¼ cup white rum ½ cup ...

Preserved lemon semifreddo is drizzled with basil simple syrup. Photo by J.B. Forbes, [email protected] Yield: 8 to 10 servings 1 small preserved lemon Zest of ½ lemon (not preserved) 1 cup ...