Blueberry Boat

Thai basil adds an herby kick to this summery cocktail from Minneapolis bartender Pip Hanson.

10–15 fresh blueberries
3 oz. gin
1 oz. fresh lemon juice
1 oz. simple syrup
10 Thai basil leaves
Ice cubes
Tools: shaker, fine-mesh strainer
Glass: flute
Garnish: three blueberries

Muddle blueberries at the bottom of a shaker. Add remaining ingredients, shake, double-strain into a flute and garnish.

Pip Hanson, Café Maude, Minneapolis

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