RUTH BASIL GINS-BURG

• 2 oz Empress 1908 Gin

• 1½ oz Fresh Grapefruit Juice

• ¾ oz Basil Grapefruit Syrup*

• ½ oz Egg White (or Aqua Faba)

Garnish: Basil Leaf

METHOD: Add ingredients to a shaker. Shake for 30 seconds. Add ice and shake for another 30 seconds. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a basil leaf.

• ¾ cup Granulated Sugar

• ¾ cup Water

• 1 Whole Grapefruit Rind

• Fresh Basil Leaves

METHOD: Add sugar, water, and grapefruit rind to a small saucepan and bring to a boil until sugar has completely dissolved. Add a couple basil leaves and reduce to a simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and strain into a glass container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes prior to use in cocktail.

Sip responsibly!