Cocktails Watermelon Cucumber + Basil Cocktail Prep: 7 mins Cook: N/A Servings: 1 Create this refreshing, gin-based, end-of-summer treat with fresh watermelon, cucumber, and basil from the garden/farmer’s market. Ingredients 1 jigger (1 ┬╜ oz.) gin (we love The Botanist) ┬╜ ounce St. Germain liqueur 1 ΓÇô 1 ┬╜ jiggers (1 ┬╜ to 2 ┬╜ oz.) freshly pressed watermelon juice 2 slices organic cucumber 3 organic basil leaves, torn, plus a sprig for garnish ┬╜ of a lime, sliced into wedges for easier muddling Splash club soda Ice *Choose organic whenever possible Nutritional Info Nutrition Info PerServing Daily% Calories 0 9% Fat (g) 0 0% Saturated Fat (g) 0 0% Carbohydrates (g) 0 4% Protein (g) 0 1% Sugars (g) 0 0% Fiber (g) 0 2% Preparation View As Slideshow In a cocktail shaker, muddle cucumber slices, basil leaves, and lime wedges. Add gin, St. Germain liqueur, and watermelon juice to the shaker. Add a handful of ice. Shake to integrate. Pour into a tall glass, and finish with a splash of club soda. Garnish with a sprig of basil. Slap the basil between your hands to release the oils and intensify the aromatics. Enjoy! Tip Garnish with a sprig of rosemary. [print-me printicon="false" title="print" target=".recipe" do_not_print=".rOptions, .recipe-topic, .socialShare, .likeCount, .breadcrumbs, .rMoreImg, .recipeBottom, .rSlideshow, .nutritionBox"] TAGS: Basil, Cucumber, Gin, Herbs, Lime, Watermelon Juice Related Recipes Summer Gin Cocktail Rosemary + Grapefruit Champagne Cocktail Le Crantini Best Summer Drink Ever: Cilantro Pineapple Margarita! Mojito Classico Rosemary Infused Picante Cocktail Rhubarb Mint Cocktail Gin Berry Bloom