Basil Lemon Drop

By lbgtdep

Ingredients

• 6 fresh basil leaves
• 3 cups vodka
• 1 1/2 cups lemon juice
• 1 1/2 cups simple syrup*
• Ice cubes

Preparation

Step 1

Muddle basil leaves in a large pitcher. Stir in vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Serve over ice.
From the Test Kitchen

*
For simple syrup, in a small saucepan combine 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Chill until ready to use. Makes 1 1/2 cups.