Dad will love this boozy take on a citrusy Southern classic. Save the champs for Mom, and add Dad’s favorite brown water. OJ makes it acceptable for brunch consumption and summery Basil simple syrup makes it special! It’s refreshing, aromatic, and smooth all in one sip. It’s the perfect brunch cocktail for Dad!
Basil Bourbon Mimosa Makeover
Course: DrinksDifficulty: EasyServings
1
servingsPrep time
20
minutesThe perfect brunch cocktail for Dad!
Ingredients
- Basil Simple Syrup
1/2 cup sugar
½ cup water
6 large fresh basil leaves
- Mimosa
½ oz. Simple syrup
1 oz. orange juice
1.5 oz. bourbon
3 oz. Club soda or Pelligrino
Directions
- Make Basil Simple Syrup but stirring together sugar and water in a small saucepan over Medium heat. Bring to a light boil, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; add basil leaves, and let stand for 5 minutes. Remove and discard leaves. Refrigerate at least 15 minutes to chill.
- To make Mimosa, stir together the first 3 ingredients listed above and top with soda to fill. Garnish with more Basil and enjoy!
