This refreshing drink is perfect for summer evenings, brunches, or your next cocktail party. Alcohol-free adaptable. The Basil Bee (Bee’s Knees, but Better) 🌿🍸🐝”
Summer is finally here when your basil is flourishing! The Basil Bee is a zesty, herbaceous twist on the classic Bee’s Knees cocktail, crafted with fresh basil, gin, honey syrup, and lemon. Whether you prefer it with gin or alcohol-free with Seedlip, this garden-inspired sip is perfect for warm weather. You can even order one at Outsider, a favorite restaurant in Spokane.
Why You’ll Love The Basil Bee Knees
This Basil Bee cocktail is a riff on the classic Bee’s Knees cocktail from the 1920s, created by Austrian-born bartender, Frank Meier. Our version features fragrant summer basil, making it lemony, bright, herbal, and refreshing. If you’re looking for a classic Bee’s Knees, be sure to check out Kathryn’s recipe.
Basil Bee Variations
- Create a flavorful mocktail! Skip the gin and try Seedlip Garden non-alcoholic spirit instead.
- Lighten it up with a splash of mineral water and serve over ice.
- Substitute Gin with Vodka
- Vegan? Skip the honey simple syrup and use regular simple syrup as a similar alternative.
Basil Bee Ingredients
The Basil Bee calls for fresh basil leaves, honey simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, herbal gin, and ice for shaking. Optional garnishes include sugar for the rim, basil sprig, lemon zest, and various flowers like lavender or marigold.
How to Make A BEES KNEES WITH BASIL!
1. Fill the shaker. Add ice, basil leaves, gin, and lemon juice to the shaker.
2. Muddle and shake. Muddle the basil leaves with the ice, add honey simple syrup, then shake for at least 30 seconds to enhance the flavors.
3. Create a sugar rim. Rub the glass rim with lemon and dip it in sugar for an added touch.
This Basil Bee cocktail is a bright, herbaceous drink made with fresh basil, gin, honey syrup, and lemon. It’s perfect for summer evenings, brunches, or your next cocktail party. Plus, it’s alcohol-free adaptable. Garnish with basil, lemon zest, or flowers and use mini clothespins to attach them to the glass. Serve in a chilled coupe glass with a sugar rim and enjoy this refreshing summer drink. If making a batch for a crowd, blend the ingredients in a blender and strain into a pitcher with honey simple syrup. Shake with ice before serving for a delicious and vibrant cocktail experience. Cheers to summer entertaining with the Basil Bee cocktail! Cheers to more summer cocktail recipes! 🍹🌞 #SummerDrinks #Cocktails Could you please rewrite the following sentence for me? Please rephrase the following: