9 Herbaceous cocktails you can make in minutes!
Immerse yourself in a world of unique and intriguing flavors with our list of herbaceous cocktails. Whether you're a seasoned cocktail enthusiast or new to the scene, these drinks offer a refreshing twist that will delight your palate. Perfect for an intimate gathering or just a relaxing evening, these cocktails are sure to impress.
Experience the Uniqueness of Herbaceous Cocktails
Herbaceous cocktails are a delightful exploration into the world of flavorful and aromatic drinks. They offer a unique blend of fresh herbs, fruits, and spirits, creating a symphony of flavors that is both refreshing and invigorating.
Who Would Enjoy It?
If you are a lover of bold and exciting flavors, then these cocktails are for you. They are perfect for those who appreciate the subtle nuances of different herbs and want to explore new taste frontiers. Whether it's a casual get-together or a fancy dinner party, these cocktails are sure to be a hit.
When to Enjoy It?
Herbaceous cocktails are perfect for any occasion. They are a great choice for a sunny afternoon on the patio, a cozy evening by the fire, or a festive party with friends. No matter the time or place, these cocktails will add a touch of sophistication to your event.
Snake In The Grass
The Snake In The Grass cocktail is a delightful mix of sweet, sour, and herbaceous flavors. The gin provides a strong, juniper-forward base, while the lemon juice adds a tangy sourness. The simple syrup balances out the sourness with a touch of sweetness, and the mint leaves lend a refreshing, herbaceous note.
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Ingredients
- Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
- Lemon juice: 1 oz(30ml)
- Simple syrup: 1 oz(30ml)
- Mint leaves: 6-8 leaves
- Soda water: Top up
Recipe
- Muddle the mint leaves and simple syrup in a highball glass.
- Add the gin and lemon juice.
- Fill the glass with ice and top up with soda water.
- Stir well and garnish with a sprig of mint.
Mango-Basil Bramble
The Mango-Basil Bramble is a delightful balance of sweet, sour, and herbal flavors. The ripe mango provides a sweet, tropical base, while the lemon juice adds a tangy kick. The basil leaves lend a refreshing, herbaceous note that complements the fruitiness perfectly.
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Ingredients
- Mango puree: 2 oz(60ml)
- Fresh lemon juice: 1 oz(30ml)
- Sugar syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Gin: 2 oz(60ml)
- Fresh basil leaves: 4-6
- Blackberries for garnish: 2-3
Recipe
- Muddle the basil leaves in a shaker.
- Add the mango puree, lemon juice, sugar syrup, and gin.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake well.
- Strain the cocktail into an Old Fashioned glass filled with crushed ice.
- Garnish with blackberries and a sprig of basil.
Lumiere
The Lumiere cocktail offers a harmonious balance of flavors. It's herbaceous and floral, with a bright citrus tang from the lime juice and a subtle sweetness from the St Germain. The green Chartreuse provides a complex, spicy undertone, and the gin's botanicals shine through, making it a refreshing yet potent drink.
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Ingredients
- Gin: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- St germain elderflower liqueur: 1 oz(30ml)
- Green chartreuse: 0.75 oz(23ml)
- Fresh squeezed lime juice: 0.75 oz(23ml)
- Orange bitters: Dash
Recipe
- Fill a shaker with ice.
- Add the gin, St Germain, green Chartreuse, lime juice, and orange bitters.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with a lime twist.
Poison Ivy
The Poison Ivy cocktail offers a tantalizing balance of flavors. It's herbaceous and slightly sweet, with a refreshing citrus tang and a subtle hint of anise from the absinthe. The basil leaves add a fresh aromatic quality that complements the sharpness of the lime juice.
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Ingredients
- Vodka: 2 oz(60ml)
- Lime juice: 0.75 oz(23ml)
- Simple syrup: 0.75 oz(23ml)
- Absinthe: 0.25 oz(8ml)
- Basil leaves: 4
Recipe
- Chill a cocktail glass.
- In a shaker, muddle the basil leaves gently.
- Add the vodka, lime juice, simple syrup, and absinthe to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously.
- Double strain into the chilled glass.
- Garnish with a basil leaf or a lime wheel.
First Word
The First Word cocktail offers a harmonious blend of botanical, herbal, and citrus notes. It's a complex yet refreshing drink with a sweet undertone from the beer simple syrup, balanced by the tartness of lime juice.
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Ingredients
- Gin: 0.75 oz(23ml)
- Green chartreuse: 0.75 oz(23ml)
- Lime juice: 0.75 oz(23ml)
- Beer simple syrup: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Cherry: 1 garnish
Recipe
- Chill a coupe glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water.
- Combine 0.75 oz of gin, 0.75 oz of Green Chartreuse, 0.75 oz of lime juice, and 0.50 oz of beer simple syrup in a shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Fine strain the mixture into the chilled coupe.
- Garnish with a cherry on a cocktail pick.
Basilico
The Basilico cocktail is a symphony of flavors, where the sweet and tangy notes of the Pallini Limoncello liqueur meet the aromatic freshness of basil. The vodka provides a clean canvas, allowing the lemon juice and rich sugar syrup to create a balanced, sweet yet slightly sour, and undeniably refreshing taste.
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Ingredients
- Fresh basil leaves: 7
- Ketel one vodka: 2 oz(60ml)
- Pallini limoncello liqueur: 2 oz(60ml)
- Lemon juice: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Rich sugar syrup: 1.5 oz(45ml)
Recipe
- Muddle the basil leaves gently in the base of a shaker.
- Add the vodka, limoncello, lemon juice, and sugar syrup to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously.
- Strain into a glass filled with crushed ice.
- Garnish with a sprig of basil.
Mastiha Mojito
The Mastiha Mojito offers a refreshing and aromatic experience, with a unique balance of sweet, herbaceous, and slightly resinous flavors. The Mastiha liqueur provides a smooth, slightly piney sweetness, while the mint and lime add a zesty freshness. The rum underlines the cocktail with a subtle warmth, making it an invigorating and complex drink.
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Ingredients
- Fresh mint leaves: 4
- Bacardi light rum: 1 oz(30ml)
- Mastiha liqueur: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Soda water: 0.5 cup
- Lime wedges: 0.5 lime
- Ice: as needed
Recipe
- Muddle the Ingredients
- Place the mint leaves and 2 lime wedges in a shaker.
- Crush them with a muddler to release the flavors.
- Shake it Up
- Add 1 oz of Bacardi light rum and 1.5 oz of Mastiha liqueur.
- Top with a handful of ice and shake until well chilled.
- Serve
- Strain the mixture over ice in a tall glass.
- Top with soda water.
- Garnish
- Add a sprig of mint and a wedge of lime for garnish.
Rhubarb Negroni
The Rhubarb Negroni offers a complex flavor profile that is at once bitter, sweet, and herbaceous. The rhubarb gin introduces a tart and fruity dimension, while the sweet vermouth provides a rich, velvety sweetness. Campari and Aperol contribute the quintessential bitter edge, creating a well-rounded and sophisticated palate experience.
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Ingredients
- Slingsby yorkshire rhubarb gin: 0.85 oz(26ml)
- Sweet red vermouth: 0.85 oz(26ml)
- Campari: 0.5 oz(15ml)
- Aperol: 0.34 oz(10ml)
- Orange wedge: 1
- Grapefruit twist: 1
Recipe
- Fill a short glass with ice.
- Pour in 0.85 oz of Slingsby Yorkshire Rhubarb Gin.
- Add 0.85 oz of Sweet Red Vermouth.
- Measure and add 0.5 oz of Campari.
- Top with 0.34 oz of Aperol.
- Stir the ingredients together until well chilled.
- Garnish with an orange wedge and a pink grapefruit twist.
Absinthe Drip
The Absinthe Drip is a complex, herbaceous cocktail with a strong anise flavor that is both sweet and bitter. The water dilutes the absinthe, making it a smooth, refreshing drink with a potent kick.
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Ingredients
- Absinthe: 1.5 oz(45ml)
- Sugar cube: 1
- Water: to drip
Recipe
- Pour 1 1/2 ounces of absinthe into a stemmed glass.
- Place a slotted absinthe spoon over the rim of the glass and set a sugar cube on top of the spoon.
- Slowly pour or drip 4 1/2 to 6 ounces of ice-cold filtered water over the sugar cube into the glass.
- Once the mixture is completely cloudy, stir, taste, and adjust with more water or sugar if necessary.
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