Basil Lemongrass Cocktail

One of our favorite things about summer is waking up early(ish) on a Saturday and heading out to the farmer’s market. We could spend hours just strolling through the aisles of fresh fruits and veggies. The colors, the smells, the sounds – there’s inspiration at every stand.

On our last farmer’s market adventure, we came across a batch of fresh Thai basil and lemongrass. At the peak of their season, these Asian herbs are extra flavorful in the summer; the perfect balance of sweet and spicy, they are practically begging to be used in a summertime cocktail.

And who’s going to say no to that? Not us, that's for sure - we’ve concocted the ultimate toast to these exotic ingredients. A balance of cool citrus and energizing spice, this combo of Thai basil, lemongrass, and grapefruit is just the light refreshment you need for kicking back on a hot summer day.

Here’s our recipe:

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WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

1 handful of fresh Thai basil

1 stalk of lemongrass

1/5 ounce of rum

1/2 grapefruit, juiced

3 ounces of water

3 tablespoons of brown sugar

A dash of bitters (We opted for Temperance Bitters.)

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For the freshest taste, juice your grapefruit with a citrus reamer. This will help bring out the rich flavor of the fruit.