Basil Smash: Toro Loco’s refreshing cocktail

A refreshing cocktail

Basil Smash by Toro Loco

Toro Loco puts on his mixologist’s coat to offer you a refreshing white wine cocktail.
This Basil Smash cocktail, which embodies freshness and relaxation, will transport you straight into the summer sunshine.
Let’s discover this simple but delicious recipe to add a little freshness to your relaxing times.

ingredients

  • 8 to 10 fresh basil leaves
  • 1 lime, cut into quarters
  • 1 tablespoon cane sugar
  • 60ml Toro Loco white wine
  • 30ml sparkling water
  • Ice cubes

preparation

1. PREPARE THE MIXTURE
Put the lime quarters, basil leaves and sugar cane in a shaker. Use a pestle to gently crush the ingredients. This will release their aromas and flavours.

2. ADD SOME FRESHNESS
Fill the shaker with ice cubes to keep your cocktail chilled and to dilute the mixture, softening the flavours.

3. THE KEY INGREDIENT
Pour 60ml of Toro Loco white wine to add a delicate fruity note to the cocktail.

4. SHAKE
Close the shaker and shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds. This step is crucial for mixing all the ingredients perfectly.

5. POUR THE MIXTURE AND ADD SPARKLE
Pour the mixture into a cocktail glass previously filled with ice. Then add 30ml sparkling water to make the cocktail even lighter and fizzy.

6. THE FINAL TOUCH
Garnish the glass with a fresh basil leaf to add a final aromatic note that enhances every sip.

Your Basil Smash Cocktail is now ready. The herbal flavours of basil, the freshness of lime and the sweetness of cane sugar blend perfectly with Toro Loco white wine to create a fresh summary cocktail.
Enjoy it with friends at your next party!
Do not wait any longer to try this easy and delicious recipe!

Made with Toro Loco white wine

Toro Loco white wine adds just the right amount of fruit to this fresh cocktail, perfect for summer.
Toro Loco white wine