This week’s feature is the “Strawberry Fields Forever” – a sophisticated tribute to both the Beatles classic and the first strawberries of spring. While strawberry cocktails date back to the Victorian era’s punch bowls, this modern interpretation elevates the classic combination of strawberry and basil, a pairing first popularized in Italian cuisine before making its way into craft cocktails during the garden-to-glass movement of the early 2000s.
As we welcome March 2025, our cocktail series “Spring Awakening” celebrates nature’s reemergence with libations that showcase the season’s bounty. Throughout this month, we’ll explore cocktails that capture the essence of spring – featuring fresh herbs, seasonal fruits, and bright, awakening flavors that mirror the world blooming around us.
- London dry gin 1.5 Oz
- Fresh Strawberry Puree 1 Oz
- Fresh Basil 3 Leaves
- Lemon Juice ½ Oz
- Prosecco to top
- Fresh strawberry and basil sprig for garnish
- In a shaker, gently muddle basil leaves.
- Add gin, strawberry puree, and lemon juice.
- Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
- Double strain into a champagne flute.
- Top with chilled Prosecco.
- Garnish with a fresh strawberry and basil sprig.
Flavor Profile
- Primary: Fresh strawberry, botanical gin.
- Secondary: Herbaceous basil.
- Finish: Bright, effervescent, with subtle citrus notes.
