
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.