Agave Julep Cocktail

This variation on the traditional mint julep substitutes silver tequila for bourbon. The additional of basil syrup adds yet another level of herb flavor. Ingredients: 8 mint leaves 1 tbsp basil syrup 2 1/2 oz bourbon 2 1/2 oz lime juice mint sprig Preparation: Add 1/2...

Cucumber Basil Gin Cocktail

Ingredients 1 cucumber 3 shredded fresh basil leaves 1 1/2 oz of gin 1/4 oz of fresh lime juice 1/4 oz of agave nectar Preparation Slice 3 slices of cucumber. Muddle the cucumber slices, basil, lime juice and agave nectar in the cocktail shaker. Add ice, gin and shake...