The Med

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Serve in

a Collins glass...
7 fresh Basil leaves
1⅔ fl oz Skinos Mastiha
⅔ fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
⅛ fl oz Sugar syrup (2 sugar to 1 water)
Top up with Soda (club soda) or sparkling water
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How to make:

MUDDLE basil in base of shaker. Add next 3 ingredients, SHAKE with ice and fine strain into ice-filled glass. TOP with soda.

Garnish:

Basil sprig

Comment:

A long summery drink with basil and the distinctive flavour of Greek mastiha.

Nutrition:

There are approximately 146 calories in one serving of The Med.

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