DrinkMasters Collection
$2.07
cost
182
cal
17.8%
ABV
4/5
NA score
1.33
std drinks
13.1g
sugar
Gin Basil Smash
An easy gin cocktail built on gin.
The Recipe
- gin2 oz
- lemon juice0.75 oz
- simple syrup0.75 oz
- basil leaves1 oz
Flavor Profile
Cost
Cost Breakdown
Pour cost
$2.07
Bar price
$13–$16
You save
$10.93
| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| gin | 2 oz | $1.73 |
| lemon juice | 0.75 oz | $0.14 |
| simple syrup | 0.75 oz | $0.05 |
| basil leaves | 1 oz | $0.15 |
| Total pour cost | $2.07 | |
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Calories
182
Sugar
13.1g
ABV
17.8%
Std drinks
1.33
| Ingredient | Calories | % Total |
|---|---|---|
| gin | 128 | 70.4% |
| simple syrup | 48 | 26.4% |
| lemon juice | 5.3 | 2.9% |
| basil leaves | 0.5 | 0.3% |
Carbs: 13.3g
Alcohol: 18.7g
Volume: 4.5 oz
Zero-Proof
Non-Alcoholic Version
4/5Convertibility
Original cost
$2.07
Zero-proof cost
$3.12
| Original | Replacement | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| gin | Seedlip Garden 108(Seedlip) | $2.79 |
| lemon juice | Kept | $0.14 |
| simple syrup | Kept | $0.05 |
| basil leaves | Kept | $0.15 |
Flavor notes
This recipe converts cleanly because citrus, dilution, and modifiers still do most of the work.
Pairs Well With
oystersgoat cheeseherbed canapesshrimp cocktailcevichegrilled fishsalted nutsmarinated olivesfried artichokesdeviled eggssushitempurayakitoriramenaged cheddartriple cream briecharcuterie
Common Questions
- What ingredients do I need for a Gin Basil Smash?
- 2 oz gin, 0.75 oz lemon juice, 0.75 oz simple syrup, 1 oz basil leaves.
- How much does a Gin Basil Smash cost to make at home?
- The estimated pour cost for a Gin Basil Smash is $2.07 using standard US retail bottle prices.
- How many calories are in a Gin Basil Smash?
- A Gin Basil Smash has approximately 182 calories, with 17.8% ABV and 13.1g of sugar.
- Can I make a non-alcoholic Gin Basil Smash?
- Yes — the Gin Basil Smash has a convertibility score of 4/5. The zero-proof version costs approximately $3.12.