Blood oranges are one of the most glorious fruits in winter and spring-the bright red color, a sweet citrus taste, and a great twist on the more common citrus flavors like lemon and orange. If you love citrus cocktails, you will love this!
Blood Orange and Basil Cocktail
This recipe combines citrus, herbs, tequila and sweetness for a delicious cocktail.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: basil cocktail, blood orange, citrus cocktail, tequila cocktail
Servings: 1 person
Cost: $4
Ingredients
- 3 oz Tequila
- 1 tbsp Agave
- 3 oz blood orange juice approx. 2 blood oranges
- 1 oz lemon approx 1 lemon
- 4 leaves basil muddled
- 1 oz elderberry lemonade or la croix any flavored sparkling beverage like la croix can add some bubbles to this cocktail
Instructions
- Squeeze the blood oranges and lemon.
- Muddle basil leaves.
- Combine all ingredients in a shaker with crushed ice.
- Pour over a large ice cube for a beautiful presentation.
- Serve with a slice of blood orange and a leaf of basil as garnish.