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Citrus Basil Martini

This Citrus Basil Martini is a refreshing drink for any occasion.
Prep Time2 minutes
Total Time2 minutes
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Citrus Basil Martini
Servings: 1 drink
Calories: 3986kcal
Author: Michaela Kenkel

Ingredients

  • Citrus Basil Martini
  • 4 oz Citrus simple syrup
  • 1/3 cup fresh citrus juice from lemons and clementines
  • 4 ounces of basil infused vodka
  • ice
  • Basil Infused Vodka
  • jar
  • 3-4 dozen fresh basil leaves rinsed (stems and leaves)
  • vodka
  • Candied Lemons and Clementines
  • 2 of each – lemons and clementines sliced about 1/4 inch thick
  • 4 cups of water
  • 4 cups of sugar

Instructions

  • Juice your clementines and lemons, it will take about 1-2 of each depending on size of fruit.
  • Pour the above over ice in a martini shaker, shake and pour into a martini glass. Float a candied slice in the glass, and enjoy!!
  • Basil Infused Vodka
  • Place basil leaves in the bottom of the jar, and pour vodka over the top, filling jar about 4/5.
  • I used a big jar, so I used more basil, and more vodka, I had a party of eight was making cocktails for.
  • Use a small jelly jar and less vodka and basil if you want to make just a couple.
  • Place jar in refrigerator for about 6-8 hours. If left too long, the flavor gets a too overpowering.
  • When you are ready to use, remove leaves, and strain the vodka into another jar or a bottle.
  • Candied Lemons and Clementines
  • Bring the sugar and water to a boil in a heavy saucepan.
  • When it becomes bubbly, reduce the heat to medium and add the fruit slices.
  • Boil with the fruit slices for about 30 minutes. The rinds will become slightly translucent looking.
  • Remove and place on a cookie sheet covered with parchment paper.
  • I dusted mine with sugar after they had cooled some.
  • Reserve the liquid, you just made your citrus simple syrup!

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 3986kcal | Carbohydrates: 910g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 101mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 883g