A play on the classic Mojito, this summertime drink combines light citrus flavors with the slight spiciness of fresh basil. The agave syrup adds body and sweetness, and the club soda brings a subtle effervescence.
Chris Guilmet has been tending bar at La Cachette Bistro for the past 2 years, learning his craft and crafting his own brand of cocktails combining fresh fruits and herbs with the perfect liquors. Here is his favorite off the new Summer Cocktail Menu starting at Happy Hour from 5pm until closing at 11pm. The ladies love it!
The deal: Mention Great Taste and get the $11 drink for only $6 in the bar or throughout the restaurant!
Orange Basil Cooler
Fresh orange slice
Fresh basil leaves
1 1/2 oz. Grey Goose l’Orange
3/4 oz. lemon juice
1/2 oz. agave syrup
1/4 oz. Solerno Blood Orange Liqueur
1 oz. soda water
Muddle together an orange slice, quartered, with 4-6 torn basil leaves. Add the remaining ingredients, save the club soda, and vigorously shake for a good 5 seconds. Pour the entire shaker contents into Collins glass, top with fresh ice and the club soda. Garnish with a spanked basil leaf and a wide orange zest.
La Cachette Bistro
1733 Ocean Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.434.9509
Orange Basil Cooler La Cachette Bistro
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- A play on the classic Mojito, this summertime drink combines light citrus flavors with the slight spiciness of fresh basil. The agave syrup adds body and sweetness, and the club soda brings a subtle effervescence.
Chris Guilmet has been tending bar at La Cachette Bistro for the past 2 years, learning his craft and crafting his own brand of cocktails combining fresh fruits and herbs with the perfect liquors. Here is his favorite off the new Summer Cocktail Menu starting at Happy Hour from 5pm until closing at 11pm. The ladies love it!
The deal: Mention Great Taste and get the $11 drink for only $6 in the bar or throughout the restaurant!
Orange Basil Cooler
Fresh orange slice
Fresh basil leaves
1 1/2 oz. Grey Goose l’Orange
3/4 oz. lemon juice
1/2 oz. agave syrup
1/4 oz. Solerno Blood Orange Liqueur
1 oz. soda water
Muddle together an orange slice, quartered, with 4-6 torn basil leaves. Add the remaining ingredients, save the club soda, and vigorously shake for a good 5 seconds. Pour the entire shaker contents into Collins glass, top with fresh ice and the club soda. Garnish with a spanked basil leaf and a wide orange zest.
La Cachette Bistro
1733 Ocean Avenue
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310.434.9509
