Berry Basil Blast

Sidecar/New Orleans Sours & Riffs • December 16, 2025

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A photo of the Berry Basil Blast cocktail containing Basil leaves, Ketel One Vodka, Chambord Liqueur, Giffard Triple Sec, Grand Marnier, Cranberry juice, Strawberry puree in a Martini (Large 10 oz).

Curiada Ingredients

0.67 fl oz Ketel One Vodka or alternative
0.67 fl oz Chambord Liqueur or alternative
0.50 fl oz Giffard Triple Sec or alternative
0.17 fl oz Grand Marnier or alternative

Other Ingredients

10.00 fresh Basil leaves
1.67 fl oz Cranberry juice
1.67 fl oz Strawberry puree

Directions

Fill large martini glass with crushed ice
Add all ingredients to cocktail shaker
Add ice to shaker
Shake well
Strain into glass over crushed ice
Dust with lots of freshly ground black pepper

Cocktail Description

The Berry Basil Blast offers an unexpected marriage of garden-fresh herbs and juicy berries, all brought together with a surprising dusting of black pepper that tingles the senses.

This vibrant cocktail balances the herbal brightness of muddled basil with the sweet-tart combination of strawberry puree and cranberry juice, while the trio of liqueurs (Chambord, Triple Sec, and Grand Marnier) adds complex layers of berry, orange, and cognac notes. The Ketel One provides a clean canvas that lets these flavors shine without overwhelming them. When served properly chilled in a large martini glass with crushed ice, it's refreshing enough for summer gatherings yet sophisticated enough for dinner parties year-round. Despite its impressive ingredient list, the Berry Basil Blast is surprisingly straightforward to prepare—just shake everything together and strain. It pairs wonderfully with grilled chicken, light seafood dishes, or creamy cheeses that complement its fruity-herbal profile without competing for attention.