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recipe • Drinks

COCKTAIL - NONINO BASIL SMASH

Chef Nonino
Category Drinks

Created by bartender and entrepreneur Joerg Meyer, the Nonino Basil Smash pairs Grappa Nonino with fresh basil and lemon, resulting in a vibrant cocktail with bright herbal notes.

Originally presented by Nonino for the JRE-International Congress 2026 in Cologne.

Preparation

Muddle a handful of fresh basil leaves in a shaker. Add the remaining ingredients and ice. Shake vigorously and fine strain into a tumbler filled with ice. Garnish with a fresh basil leaf.

7cl Grappa Nonino 43°
2 cl cane sugar syrup
3 cl lemon juice
Fresh basil leaves
Ice cubes