Good taste can be so simple: Gin, Basil, Lemon and Sugar. This weekend I want to recommend a special drink: The Gin Basil Smash.

The recipe:
- 6 cl Gin
- 2 cl Lemon Juice
- 6 – 8 Basil Leaves (I use up to 20 leaves, which creates a great taste and the drink gets the signature green look)
- 1 – 2 cl Simple Syrup (just mix 1 part sugar with 1 part water, boil for a few seconds and cool down in freezer)

Preparation:

Mix basil leaves with lemon juice and squeeze it with a muddler. Add all ingredients to a shaker, fill with ice cubes and shake for about 10 to 15 seconds. Double Strain into a Tumbler and garnish with lemon.