Basil Vodka Gimlets

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   Syrup: Bring all ingredients to a boil in a medium saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved.

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   Let stand at room temperature, covered, 1 hour, then transfer to an airtight container and chill until cold, about 1 hour.

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   Strain syrup through a sieve into a bowl, pressing hard on and then discarding solids.

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   Syrup keeps, covered and chilled, 5 days.

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   Gimlets: Stir together all ingredients in a pitcher until cold, then strain into 8- to 10-ounce glasses (such as Old Fashioned) half filled with ice.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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