Screaming Greenie

This frosty, spiked slushie from New York City’s The Tippler let’s you drink your greens.

2 oz. vodka
1/2 oz. absinthe
1/2 oz. fresh lemon juice
1 3/4 oz. simple syrup (1:1)
8 leaves fresh basil
1 cup ice
Tools: blender
Glass: Collins
Garnish: lemon wheel and basil sprig

Blend all ingredients until smooth, then pour into a tall glass and garnish.

Tad Carducci and Paul Tanguay, The Tippler, New York City