Apple Basil Tequila Cocktail
I love sweet, tart crunchy apples so I thought it would be fun to muddle granny smith apples with fresh basil, and then just for fun add smooth tequila. The results were fantastic, perfectly balanced, not too sweet or tart, refreshing and easy to drink. We also recommend trying our Pineapple Tarragon Caipirinha, it shares a similar technique with a completely different flavor profile. Using fresh herbs, fruit and fruit juices makes all the difference.
Apple Basilquila Cocktail
I love sweet, tart crunchy apples so I thought it would be fun to muddle granny smith apples with fresh basil, and then just for fun add smooth tequila. The results were fantastic, perfectly balanced, not too sweet or tart, refreshing and easy to drink.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz. Patron Silver or other silver tequila
- 3/4 oz. Agave Nectar
- 5 Lime Wedges, halved (1–1/4 limes)
- 1/2 Granny Smith Apple, chopped, plus a wedge for garnish
- 2–3 Basil Leaves, plus 1-2 for garnish
Instructions
- Briskly muddle the lime, apple, and agave nectar in a shaker.
- Add ice, tequila and basil (rubbed between your palms to release oils) and shake vigorously.
- Pour into a tumbler, removing basil before serving.
- Garnish with fresh basil and apple wedge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail