AmericanDrinkVeganGluten-Free

Strawberry Basil Vodka Smash

Name: Strawberry Basil Vodka Smash
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4-5 fresh strawberries, hulled and halved; 6-8 fresh basil leaves; 2 oz premium vodka; 1 oz fresh lemon juice; 0.75 oz simple syrup; 2-3 oz club soda; Ice cubes; 1 fresh strawberry for garnish; 1 basil sprig for garnish; Lemon wheel for garnish

Muddled strawberries and basil release bright, herbaceous notes in this refreshing vodka smash that balances sweet fruit with citrus snap. The combination of fresh lemon juice and simple syrup creates a perfectly tart-sweet foundation, topped with crisp club soda for a light finish. Perfect for warm afternoons or easy entertaining when you want a cocktail that feels both sophisticated and approachable.

Prep

5 minutes

Total

5 minutes

Serves

Jump to recipe

Ingredients

Units

Instructions

1
Add the halved strawberries and basil leaves to a rocks glass.
2
Using a muddler, gently muddle the strawberries and basil until the fruit is broken down and the basil is fragrant, about 10-15 seconds.
3
Add ice cubes to fill the glass about halfway.
4
Pour the vodka, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup over the ice.
5
Stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine all ingredients.
6
Top with club soda and give one final gentle stir.
7
Garnish with a fresh strawberry, basil sprig, and lemon wheel.
8
Serve immediately with a straw.