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Dragon Fruit Smash
by Justin Leo, Executive Chef, American Q, Florida
Ingredients
- 2 oz. Patron Tequila
- 1 Dragon fruit, in quarters (origin: Mexico then Southeast Asia; now grown in Hawaii, Israel, Australia, and Cyprus)
- 2 Mint Leaves
- 1 Basil Leaf
- 1 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 oz. Basil Simple Syrup*
Preparation
- In a mixing glass, muddle mint, basil, and dragon fruit with lemon juice.
- Add remaining ingredients, ice, and shake.
- Pour into a rocks glass.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and a slice of dragon fruit.
Additional Notes
Basil Simple Syrup will keep for about a week in the refrigerator, stored in an airtight container.
*Basil Simple Syrup
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves (loosely packed)
Preparation
- Heat ingredients over medium heat, stirring occasionally until sugar has dissolved.
- Remove from heat, and allow to steep for about 15 minutes.
- Strain syrup.
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