Kelsey Fent crafts this house favorite featuring High Bank Distillery's own vodka and house-made blueberry basil syrup. “The basil gives it that little bit of earthiness, and it’s a great patio drink,” says Fent.

Blueberry Basil Cocktail
Recipe courtesy of High Bank Distillery

INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 ounces High Bank Vodka
3/4 ounce blueberry basil syrup
3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
Soda water
3 to 4 blueberries for garnish
2 to 3 basil leaves for garnish

DIRECTIONS
In order, combine lemon juice, syrup and vodka in a shaker and add ice. Shake for 10 seconds before straining into a Collins glass. Add crushed ice to the glass and top with soda water. Garnish with 3 to 4 blueberries and 2 to 3 basil leaves