Refreshing Basil Vodka Drink Recipes for Any Occasion

I'm convinced that a basil vodka drink is the absolute best way to use up that overgrown herb garden on your windowsill. There is something so incredibly crisp about the combination of peppery basil and clean vodka that makes a standard gin and tonic feel a bit boring in comparison. It's the kind of drink that tastes like a fancy $18 hotel bar cocktail but is actually ridiculously easy to whip up in your own kitchen while you're wearing pajamas. ...

May 5, 2026 · 7 min · Lucy Vara