1 serving
Basil Grande ingredients
These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Strawberry | 4 piece | — | — | — |
 Basil | 4 leaf | — | — | — |
 Vodka | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
 Raspberry Liqueur | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
 Cognac Orange Liqueur | 22.5 ml | 2.3 cl | 0.8 oz | 1 part |
 Cranberry Juice | 45 ml | 4.5 cl | 1.5 oz | 2 parts |
 Black Pepper (optional) | 1 pinch | — | — | Optional |
Garnish: A very light central dusting of finely ground black pepper
Method
How to make Basil Grande
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one V-shaped cocktail glass and hull exactly four small ripe strawberries.
- 02
Gently muddle the strawberries with four fresh basil leaves in the base of a shaker.
- 03
Add vodka, black raspberry liqueur, cognac orange liqueur, and sweetened cranberry juice.
- 04
Fill with fresh hard ice and shake firmly until thoroughly cold.
- 05
Fine-strain into the chilled glass so no seeds, pulp, or torn basil remain.
- 06
Finish with only a very light central dusting of black pepper and serve without another garnish.
Tasting profile
What does Basil Grande taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are freshness (5/5) and sweetness (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
Basil Grande questions
What is in a Basil Grande?
Kokto’s build uses strawberry, basil, vodka, raspberry liqueur, cognac orange liqueur, and cranberry juice, with optional items shown separately in the table.
How long does a Basil Grande take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 6 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a Basil Grande prepared?
It uses a muddled method and is served in a cocktail. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a Basil Grande alcohol-free?
No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.
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Evidence
Sources & editorial note
The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.
- Cocktail App English editorial catalog B210https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/179/basil-grande · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
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