5 Herb Infused Cocktails That’ll Make You Go ‘Yum!’

Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to drown yourself in a minty Mojito for the rest of your life if you need a herb-y kick to your liquor. There’s a whole world of fascinating herbs and cocktails out there that are, dare we say, exponentially better than a boring old Mojito. Don’t believe us? Well, let us take you through some of the best herb infused cocktails that’ll make you go “yum!”

5 Herb Infused Cocktails

1. Peach-Basil Julep
2. Lavender Bee’s Knees
3. Pepino Picante
4. Blackberry Rosemary Prosecco
5. Southside Fizz

1. Peach-Basil Julep

 

Mint Juleps are refreshing and easy to find in bars across the country. But, hear us out on this one – how about creating a delicious peach-basil julep right at home? Using fresh peaches and the herb we’ve come to love basil – this delish drink is a real treat.

Ingredients

• 5-6 peaches
• 6-8 basil leaves
• ½ cup of sugar
• ½ cup of water
• 1 ounce of simple syrup
• 4 ounces of bourbon
• ¾ cup of peach puree
• Basil and peach slices to garnish

How To Make A Peach-Basil Julep

For peach puree –

• Add peaches into a pot of boiling water and let them boil till their skins start peeling off.
• Transfer peaches into a boil of ice water and peel off skins, then cut them into slices.
• Put 3 cups of peaches in a blender along with 1 cup of water.
• Blend until smooth, then sieve into a bowl to remove solid pieces.

For basil simple syrup –

• Boil ½ cup sugar, ½ cup water and basil leaves together and stir till sugar melts.
• Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.

For the drink –

1. Put 1 cup of crushed ice, simple syrup, bourbon, and peach puree in a cocktail glass.
2. Stir to combine the ingredients with a bar spoon.
3. Garnish the drink with some basil and peach slices.

Also Read: Best Mixers For Gin

2. Lavender Bee’s Knees

What an adorable name for an equally adorable drink! Apparently, the drink Bee’s Knees has been around since prohibition days and is a sweeter twist on the Gin Sour. Adding lavender to this already refreshing drink gives it the extra kick which sets it apart.

Ingredients

• 2 ounces of gin
• 1 ounce of lavender simple syrup
• 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon of honey
• 4-5 lavender sprigs

How To Make Lavender Bee’s Knees

For lavender simple syrup –

• Bring 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water to a boil, till sugar dissolves.
• Take off heat and put in lavender sprigs.
• Cool for 15 minutes, then store in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

For drink –

1. Pour gin and honey into a shaker and combine both by stirring.
2. Pour in the rest of the ingredients.
3. Add ice and shake well.
4. Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with a lavender sprig.

Also Read: Champagne Vs Prosecco: Everything You Need To Know

3. Pepino Picante

It takes a certain kind of expertise to get spicy cocktails right, and with this recipe, you could get that expertise right at home. The Pepino Picante is just what you need to soothe you but wake you right up at the same time. Get stirring!

Ingredients

• 2 lime quarters
• 3 slices cucumber
• 2 wheels jalapeno with seeds
• 6 cilantro leaves
• 1 sugar cube
• 1 ounce of simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water)
• 2 ounces of Mezcal

How To Make A Pepino Picante

1. Squeeze one of the lime quarters into a shaker, add in the shell and another quarter as well.
2. Throw in the cucumber, cilantro, jalapeno and sugar cube and muddle them gently.
3. Fill the shaker with ice.
4. Pour in Mezcal and simple syrup and shake well.
5. Strain into a glass filled with ice.
6. Use a lime wheel as garnish.

Also Read: Best Moscow Mule Recipes To Try Right Now

4. Blackberry Rosemary Prosecco

Just the name seems like something we’d down 50% of. When you mix fresh fruit, a flavorful herb, and a delicious white wine, you get a heady mix. Its taste is such that it can impress even the biggest drink critic friend. Whip this up, you won’t regret it!

Ingredients

• 2 cups blackberries
• 1 ½ cup chopped rosemary
• ¼ cup of sugar
• ⅔ cup water
• Prosecco (750 ml bottle)

How To Make A Blackberry Rosemary Prosecco

For syrup –

• Simmer all ingredients except Prosecco in a small saucepan over medium heat.
• Stir occasionally till the mixture becomes thick and reduces.
• Sieve over a glass jar.
• Store the blackberry syrup in the fridge till it is chilled.

For drink –

1. Spoon the syrup into Champagne Flutes.
2. Pour in the Prosecco.
3. Garnish with rosemary and blackberries.

Also Read: What Is Liqueur? Everything You Need To Know

5. Southside Fizz

You didn’t think we’d forget you mint fans out there, did you? Although you have a variety of drinks for you out there, it doesn’t hurt to try out something you wouldn’t find at an average Indian bar. The Southside Fizz is the perfect cocktail to introduce to a whole new mint cocktail world.

Ingredients

• 2 ounces of dry gin
• 1 ½ ounce of fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon of superfine sugar
• 8-10 mint leaves
• A splash of chilled club soda

How To Make A Southside Fizz Cocktail

1. Put mint leaves in a shaker and gently muddle them.
2. Pour in gin, lemon juice, and add in sugar in the shaker and stir.
3. Add ice and shake gently for 10 seconds, avoiding crushing the mint.
4. Double-strain into a tall glass filled with ice.
5. Top with some club soda.

Summing Up

It goes without saying that cocktails are one of the best alcoholic drinks out there. One of the best things about these drinks is that you can tweak their recipes and give them your own twist. These were the best herb infused cocktails that’ll make you go ‘yum’! For your upcoming cocktail party, make these recipes and surprise your guests.

FAQs

What Herbs Go Well In Cocktails?

Rosemary, lavender, cilantro, and thyme are some of the hers that go well in cocktails.

What Is The Best Herb Garnish For Cocktails?

Mint is considered to be one of the best herb garnishes for cocktails.

What Alcohol Is Best To Infuse Herbs?

Vodka, gin, tequila, and whiskey are some of the best herbs to infuse herbs.

What Are The 6 Main Cocktail Garnishes That Every Bar Should Have?

Mint leaves, cinnamon sticks, olives, rosemary, lemons, and oranges are the 6 main cocktail garnishes that every bar should have.

What Is The Indian Herb For Garnish?

The Indian herb used for garnish is coriander.

What Are The 4 Components That Balance All Cocktails?

Spirit, water, sugar, and bitters are the 4 components that balance all cocktails.

What Is The Most Frequently Ordered Cocktail?

Margarita is one of the most frequently ordered cocktails.