Basil Heatwave

This refreshing Basil Heatwave cocktail combines the bold flavors of vodka, yellow Chartreuse, and fresh citrus juices, with a hint of spiciness from Hellfire Habanero Shrub. The addition of yellow bell pepper syrup and muddled basil leaves provides a unique and complex flavor profile, making it a perfect drink for both casual gatherings and special occasions.

Basil Heatwave

A refreshing cocktail with vodka, yellow Chartreuse, fresh citrus juices, and a hint of spiciness, finished with muddled basil leaves and yellow bell pepper syrup.

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Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 oz. vodka
  • 1/4 oz. yellow Chartreuse
  • 1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz. fresh orange juice
  • 1/2 oz. yellow bell pepper syrup
  • 1 dash orange bitters
  • 1 dash Hellfire Habanero Shrub
  • 2 basil leaves
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Muddle 2 basil leaves in a shaker tin.
  2. Add vodka, yellow Chartreuse, lemon juice, orange juice, yellow bell pepper syrup, orange bitters, and Hellfire Habanero Shrub to the shaker tin.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake until chilled.
  4. Fine strain the mixture into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
  5. Garnish as desired.