Thai basil leaves

Thai basil leaves have a fresh herbal aroma with notes of anise, clove, and pepper. Thai basil leaves cocktails use muddling, shaking, or gentle garnish to add fragrance and a savory-green lift to bright, citrusy drinks.

Browse these cocktails with Thai basil leaves for ideas that pair the herb with lime, lemon, cucumber, pineapple, gin, rum, tequila, or vodka. They are especially good in refreshing smashes, mojito-style drinks, and Southeast Asian-inspired cocktails.