This Strawberry Basil Smash is a refreshing cocktail with fresh strawberries, basil, bourbon, lemon, and simple syrup, finished with bubbly club soda.(I love a little fizz in my drinks.) Muddling the strawberries and basil releases their bright flavors, making this a true ‘smash’ cocktail.If you love this smash, you might also enjoy my Frosted Blackberry Bourbon Smash, which combines the same bourbon base with the rich, fruity flavor of blackberries.

Cheers! Want to save this recipe?Just enter your email and get it sent to your inbox! Plus you’ll get new recipes from us every week!Email *Save Recipe Ingredients & Substitutions Strawberries: It is best to use fresh strawberries in the Strawberry Basil Smash for the best flavor and texture.Fresh strawberries are easy to muddle and release their juices, which helps balance the bourbon and lemon.I also like to use extra strawberries for garnish.

Basil Leaves: The basil leaves add a fresh, slightly sweet, and peppery flavor to the drink.When muddled, they mix with the strawberries and bourbon, giving the cocktail a nice, herbal taste that makes it exciting and unique.I use basil sprigs for the garnish.

If you don’t have basil (or aren’t a fan), try using mint instead.Rosemary would also make an interesting flavor twist! Bourbon: The base of this cocktail is bourbon.No need to go for top-shelf (unless you want to) – just pick one you enjoy sipping! If you don’t have bourbon on hand, rye wh

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