EL SPICY STRAWBERRY BASIL SMASH

This drink is dangerously delicious. Summery cocktail made with strawberries, basil, tequila, pepper, lime juice, club soda and a drizzle of honey.

Ingredients: 

  • La Nima Blanco Premium or Reposado Tequila- 1½ oz / 45 ml
  • Freshly-squeezed lime juice- ¾ oz – 22 ml
  • Strawberry Purée- ¾ oz – 22 ml
  • Basil Leaves: 4-6 leaves
  • Serrano Pepper- 2 slices or to taste
  • Club Soda- a splash or to taste
  • Rim: Equal parts Salt/ Sugar/ Tajín
  • Garnish: Basil Leaf and Serrano Slice

Instructions:  Wet ½ rim of a small glass with lime wheel or wedge and dip into mixture. Combine all ingredients, but club soda, into a tin shaker. Muddle fruit/herbs. Add ice, shake vigorously and strain (if desired) into rimmed glass. Add fresh ice, club soda and garnish.