Add lemon juice, basil leaves and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker.
Muddle together.
Add gin and ice.
Shake.
Strain in to a cup over fresh ice.
Top with 2 dashes of bitters, if using
Notes
I prefer to use Meyer lemons in this recipe because the flavor is a touch sweeter than traditional lemons, but regular lemons also work. To add more basil flavor, consider using a basil simple syrup instead of plain. You can also use vodka or tequila in place of gin if you prefer. To turn this into a gift kit, just gather all the ingredients to make the drink and package them up in a cute container. Make sure to include the recipe!