Watermelon and Elderberry Basil Vodka Tonic

Summa Salt Product-Elderberry Basil Salt

Serving size: 2 

Ingredients:

1. 1-1.5 tablespoons of Summa Salt’s Elderberry Basil Salt
2. 2 cups fresh watermelon, cubed and seeds removed
3. 4 ounces  vodka
4. 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, plus extra for garnish
5. 1 tablespoon lime juice
6. 1 teaspoon honey or simple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
7. 8 ounces tonic water or club soda 
8. Ice cubes
9. Lime wedges, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Glass Rim:

• Place a small amount of water or juice on a plate. Dip the glass on the plate to wet the rim of the glass. 
• Dip the glass in the Summa Salt Elderberry Basil Salt rimmer container and roll the top of the glass into the salt until fully covered. 
• Set aside. 

1. Prepare the Watermelon Juice:

• In a blender or food processor, blend the cubed watermelon until smooth.
• Strain the watermelon puree through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl or pitcher to remove the pulp. Set the watermelon juice aside.

1. Muddle the Basil:

• In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh basil leaves and muddle gently to release the oils and aroma.

1. Mix the Cocktail:

• Add the vodka, lime juice, and honey or simple syrup (if using) to the shaker.
• Pour in the strained watermelon juice.
• Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until the mixture is chilled.

1. Assemble the Drink:

• Fill two highball glasses with ice cubes.
• Strain the watermelon-basil-vodka mixture evenly into the glasses.
• Top each glass with tonic water and stir gently to combine.

1. Garnish and Serve:

• Garnish each drink with a sprig of fresh basil and a lime wedge.

If you do not have a shaker, feel free to simply enjoy the drink directly on ice. Enjoy!