Kakarot
Carrot and ginger are a classic combination, and adding basil gives the drink another neat layer of flavor. This recipe was built with vodka but is great with any clear spirit!
— Robb Jones
DIFFICULTY: MODERATE
TIME: 3 MIN + 10 MIN FOR JUICER
GLASSWARE: COLLINS
RECIPE:
2 oz of your favorite clear spirit
(Far North Spirits Sölveig Gin, Ålander Rum, or Du Nord Craft Spirits L’Etoile Vodka)2 oz Carrot Juice
(Using a juicer, or from the bottle)¾ oz Fresh Lime Juice
½ oz Simple Syrup *
3 Basil Leaves, Torn
Ginger Beer (such as Earl Giles or Reed’s)
INSTRUCTIONS:
Combine all ingredients (except ginger beer) in a shaker tin with ice. Shake hard. Strain into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice, and top with ginger beer.
SIMPLE SYRUP:
1 cup white sugar
1 cup water
Heat over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat, then cool. Use right away or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
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