Thirsty Thursday - Mom-A-Licious Summer-tini

This weeks Thirsty Thursday cocktail is brought to you by

Better Homes and Gardens.

But has , of course , been adapted by ME :)

If you would like to see the origanial recipe you can find it on my cocktail pin board HERE

or at bhg.com HERE.

6 fresh raspberries

( like the ones I am fortunate enough to get from my Mother In Law )

3 basil leaves

3 ounces vodka

1 ounce raspberry liqueur

( Schnapps or RazzleDazzle )

Muddle the raspberries and basil together in the bottom of your cocktail shaker.

(Slightly mashing the berries )

Add vodka , liqueur and ice to the shaker.

Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds

 ( this is where I like to interject a little hip shake )

Strain into a martini glass

( or not , I see no reason to waste the berries )

If you are feeling fancy , you can garnish with more fresh berries.

Additional tip :

Freeze the garnish berries first to help keep your cocktail cold.

( although mine don't last long enough to get warm... )

I actually do that with any fruit I'm planning on using.

I keep lemons and limes ( sliced ) in the freezer for that reason.

Cheers Friends !