This Tequila Basil Smash is a super fresh and delicious tequila cocktail. This drink uses the same method as a bourbon smash or whiskey smash, just with different flavor profiles. Fresh lime wedges are muddled in a cocktail shaker and then basil leaves, Añejo tequila and simple syrup is added. Shake it all up and serve over crushed ice.

Tequila Basil Smash in a glass with crushed ice and fresh basil garnish

Tequila Basil Smash is a very simple cocktial to make and is slightly reminiscent of a fresh lime margarita, with a little extra sweetness added.

We are really crushing on smash cocktails right now, so you can also explore this Anejo Tequila Smash Cocktail that has flavors on lemon and mint, or this Tequila, Thyme & Orange Smash, and just one more… this Blackberry Smash is delicious too.

Great Barware to Have

If you love to make craft cocktails at home, like this Basil Smash, there are a few bar tools that help make the job much easier.

This muddle from Amazon is one of my favorites. It is used to smash citrus, fruits, and herbs into cocktails. In this drink you will muddle the lime to release all the juice and essential oils.

I also love this muddle from Crate and Barrel. It is more aesthetic!

There are two types of cocktail shakers; a lid based shaker with a built in strainer, and then a Boston shaker that is made with two stainless steel cups and a separate strainer. I like this etched glass shaker the best, because it’s pretty and functional!

A cocktail jigger is another tool that makes precise cocktails easier to make. This jigger from Amazon is our fave because you can measure everything from .25 oz up to 2 oz, and it is easy to handle.

Now if you don’t have all the fancy barware, there are household items that will work in their place. A handle of a wooden spoon makes a great muddle, a mason jar with a lid is a perfect cocktail shaker, and a plastic 30ML medicine cup makes a great 1 oz jigger (if you are like me then you have about 100 of these).

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Tequila Basil Smash Cocktail

Añejo tequila is mixed w/ muddled lime, fresh basil leaves, & simple syrup for a really tasty cocktail, perfect for tequila lovers!

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Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 0

Servings: drink

Author: Susie Weinrich

Equipment

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Cocktail Shaker (use a mason jar in a pinch)
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Cocktail Muddler (use the handle of a wooden spoon in a pinch)
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Cocktail Jigger (use a plastic 30ml medicine cup in a pinch= about 1 oz.)

Ingredients

▢ ½ lime - cut into wedges
▢ 5 fresh basil leaves
▢ 2 oz reposado tequila
▢ ¾ oz simple syrup

Instructions

In a cocktail shaker muddle the lime wedges completely, so they release all thier juice and essential oils.
½ lime
Add a handful of ice and basil.
5 fresh basil leaves
Pour in the Anejo tequila and simple syrup.
2 oz reposado tequila, ¾ oz simple syrup
Shake vigorously for about 20-30 secongs
Pour over crushed ice in a rocks sized glass. Garnish with a lime or basil leaves.

Recipe Tips and Notes:

SMASH COCKTAILS- We also love these other tequila smash cocktails:

- - Añejo Tequila Smash (lemon and mint)
  - Blackberry Smash
  - Orange, Thyme and Tequila Smash

SIMPLE SYRUP: You can make your own simple syrup, or you can even make microwave simple syrup. It is also available in the store, but it is so easy to make at home!

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