4 large basil leaves
1/2 oz. simple syrup
2 1/2 oz. vodka
3/4 oz. fresh lime juice
Ice
1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle 3 of the basil leaves with the simple syrup. Add the codka, lime juice and ice and shake.
2. Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish wiht the remaining basil leaf.
Recipe adapted from Food & Wine Magazine