What's the difference between a cocktail and a drink? Hell, we don't know! As near as can be said, a drink is alcohol, a mixer, and (or not) ice. A cocktail is something carefully constructed using different ingredients and with finesse. Sometimes, but not always, cocktails are served in stemware, fancy glasses. You be the judge.
30 leaves fresh Genovese basil
1-1/2 cups vodka
1/2 cups sugar
3/4 cup water
Combine basil and vodka in a clean glass jar. Cover and let stand in a cool, dark place for 6 weeks, giving the mixture a shake every few days. Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan. Boil until sugar has completely dissolved. Let cool. Strain the vodka mixture through a coffee filter into a clean jar or bottle with an airtight lid. Sweeten to taste with the sugar syrup. Cover and let stand overnight, or store in a cool, dark place up to 1 year.
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