Tips for a better mix
- Measure the citrus and syrup rather than pouring by eye; taste and adjust before serving.
- Use chilled ingredients and fresh ice to keep dilution under control.
OPC ORIGINALS
Blood Orange & Basil Gin
Juicy blood orange with fresh basil aroma. · 5 minutes · Rocks
An OPC editorial recipe built around juicy blood orange with fresh basil aroma. Make it your own, then share the people, place or moment behind your version.
In the glass
Ingredients for 1 drink · Ice as needed
- 45 ml gin
- 50 ml blood orange juice
- 15 ml fresh lemon juice
- 10 ml sugar syrup
- 3 basil leaves
- Ice, for mixing and serving
- Orange slice, to garnish
Quantities are scaled from the recipe’s submitted serving count. Ice, unmeasured pinches and garnishes are as needed. For several cocktails, mix in shaker-sized batches.
Jump to the methodFor adults 18+. Drink responsibly.
THE METHOD
Make it, one step at a time.
- 1
Add the leaves to a shaker and press gently once or twice. Add the measured liquid ingredients.
- 2
Add plenty of ice, close securely and shake for 10–15 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
- 3
Double strain into a chilled rocks over fresh ice. Garnish with orange slice.
BARTENDER’S NOTES & SWAPS
A little help from the OPC bar.
Optional pointers for making it your own while keeping the spirit of the recipe.
Make it your own
- For a brighter finish, add a little more fresh citrus, tasting in small increments.
- For a lighter serve, pour into a taller glass over ice and add a small splash of soda water.
YOUR TURN