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    Home » Beverages » Cocktails » Mango Cocktail with Basil

    Mango Cocktail with Basil

    Published: Apr 10, 2019 · Modified: Jul 9, 2021 by Linda Warren

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    This Mango Cocktail with Basil is a tropically inspired drink with an herbal edge. A light pinot grigio is mixed with mango nectar and lemon juice then punched up with a bit of basil simple syrup. A totally refreshing drink for the warm spring and summer days ahead. 

    Mango cocktail with Basil | 2 Cookin Mamas This Mango Cocktail with Basil is a tropically inspired drink with an herbal edge. A light pinot grigio is mixed with mango nectar and lemon juice then punched up with a bit of basil simple syrup. A totally refreshing drink for the warm spring and summer days ahead. #cocktail #drink #summer #wine #mango #basil #lemon #recipe #simplesyrup #basil

    Mango Basil Cocktail

    Here in Florida, it's already hitting the mid 80's which means we start on light tropical cocktails a little earlier than most. Our mango tree is producing deliciously sweet mangos and our basil is going strong, so what was I to do other than make a tropically inspired cocktail to enjoy our garden's bounty. 

    This is an easy cocktail to make too. The most time-consuming step, and it's only like 10 minutes, is making the basil simple syrup. However, you can make it ahead of time and keep it in the refrigerator for when you're ready to use it. Once the simple syrup is out of the way, it only takes a few minutes to shake the ingredients together.

    Mango cocktail single on wooden board

    Just gather up some mango nectar, which is readily available in the juice section of most grocery stores, lemon juice, a bottle of either Pinot Grigio, unoaked Chardonnay, or the new bubbly Chardonnay, which is awesome, and the simple syrup.

    Shake it up and pour over ice. That's it! I've given the measurements in the recipe card for a cocktail for two but also noted how to make a pitcherful for a party in the note section.

    The great thing about this recipe, besides being so light and refreshing, is how it will stretch a bottle of wine for a large party. 

    mango cocktail closeup wide

    Change this Mango Cocktail up with these suggestions:

    • Try pureed strawberries in place of mango nectar for a Strawberry Basil Cocktail
    • Replace mango nectar with peach nectar which goes great with the taste of basil
    • Substitute mint for the basil in the simple syrup and use for mojitos or pour over fruit

    What else can I use Basil Simple Syrup for?

    • Try a little in iced tea instead of sugar
    • Mix some in with your lemonade
    • Opt for adding to my Strawberry Lemonade for the perfect summer cocktail

    How long does Basil Simple Syrup last?

    Basil Simple Syrup will last 2 weeks in the refrigerator but is best if used within a week.

    How to Make Basil Syrup

    1. Combine basil leaves, sugar, and water in a small saucepan.
    2. Bring mixture to boil then simmer until sugar is dissolved, about 5 minutes.
    3. Let cool then strain.
    Making Basil Simple Syrup

    Easy Steps to a Mango Basil Cocktail

    1. Gather ingredients.
    Mango cocktail ingrediens overhead
    1. Add chopped fruit to a small pitcher.
    2. Pour in mango nectar, lemon juice, simple syrup and wine. 
    pouring in sparkling wine
    1. Stir cocktail mixture. Fill glass with ice cubes.
    Mango cocktail in pitcher square
    1. Divide cocktail mixture between 2 glasses. Garnish with strawberry and mango slice.
    Mango cocktail overhead of 2 cocktail with pitcher

    With so many ways to enjoy this cocktail, I'm sure you'll be sipping this all summer long.

    Mango Cocktail with garnish on board

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    Mango Cocktail with basil and wine square

    Mango Cocktail with Basil

    This Mango Cocktail with Basil is a tropical drink with an herbal edge. A refreshing combo of wine, mango, lemon & basil, the perfect summer cocktail.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 servings
    Calories: 212kcal
    Author: Linda Warren

    Ingredients

    Basil Simple Syrup

    • 6 Tablespoons sugar
    • 6 Tablespoons water
    • ½ cup basil leaves

    Cocktail Mix

    • ½ cup Pinot Grigio or unoaked Chardonnay
    • ⅓ cup mango nectar peach nectar can also be used
    • ¼ cup basil simple syrup
    • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
    • Garnish: basil leaves mango or peach slice

    Instructions

    Basil Simple Syrup

    • Combine all of the syrup ingredients in a small saucepan.
    • Bring to a boil, crushing basil leaves against side of pan to bring out flavor.
    • Simmer just until sugar has dissolved. Let cool.
    • Strain into jar. Keep unused portion in refrigerator.

    Cocktail

    • Fill a small pitcher with cut-up fruit such as mango, peaches, lemons, raspberries or strawberries (optional).
    • Pour wine, mango or peach nectar, lemon juice and simple syrup over fruit.
    • Divide between 2 glasses filled with ice.
    • Garnish with basil leaf and slice of mango, peach or lemon.

    Notes

    This can be made in a large pitcher for a party using the entire bottle of wine.
    For the Basil Simple Syrup, follow instructions in recipe and use  ¾ cup sugar, ¾ cup water and 1 cup basil leaves.
    For the cocktail: Mix 1 bottle Pinot Grigio or unoaked Chardonnay,  2-½ cups mango nectar, ¼ cup lemon juice and all of simple syrup. Serves 6.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 212kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 17mg | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 605IU | Vitamin C: 9.4mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.3mg

    This post has been updated and was first published on April 10, 2019.

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    Comments

    1. wilhelmina says

      April 11, 2019 at 12:25 am

      5 stars
      This cocktail is absolutely delightful!

      Reply
      • Linda Warren says

        April 15, 2019 at 4:01 pm

        Aw, thanks! Even my husband liked it who doesn't normally go for fruity drinks.

        Reply
    2. Jennifer Banz says

      April 10, 2019 at 8:32 pm

      5 stars
      I love a fruity drink! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    5 from 2 votes

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