Fresh herb from the garden growing in wooden box, basil, mint and rosemary. Herbs on wooden white background.

Cocktail herb collection

Thinking of growing some herbs but not really that into cooking? Looking for a new way to liven up your cocktail? There are a multitude of herbs that can be added to your signature cocktail, using ones that you grew makes it taste even better! You don’t even need a large garden space to grow a collection of herbs.

Travel the world with your herb garden

Herbs are also a great companion for a vegetable garden

Want to know what the top herbs are?

Take a look at the ideas below and get inspired for your next happy hour creation.

Basil

Basil

Infuse your favorite spirit with basil to add summertime flavor to a lemonade or bloody mary.
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Dill

Dill

Make a martini using vermouth, vodka, pickle juice and fresh dill leaves. Garnish with a dill pickle! Try dill with cucumber when making a gin fizz.
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Lemon balm

Lemon balm

Incorporate fresh leaves into a cold lemonade or a custom-made spritzer with sparkling water. Add alcohol if that tickles your fancy.
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Mint

Mint

Make your mojito fun and fruity with apple or strawberry mint. Add depth to hot cocoa with chocolate mint. Combine muddled mint leaves with lime, rum, simply syrup and soda water for a classic mojito. Enjoy a mint julep with spearmint.
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Oregano

Oregano

Pairs well with gin cocktails as a garnish or muddled for an extra kick of herbal flavor.
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Thyme

Thyme

Make a simple syrup with fresh leaves and your favorite berries. Add to a glass full of ice with your favorite spirit and a citrus wedge. Garnish with fresh berries and Thyme sprigs.
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Cilantro

Cilantro

Add a distinct flavor to martinis and margaritas. Try a spicy margarita with jalapeno, cilantro, and citrus.
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Lavender

Lavender

Steep fresh blooms with water and sugar for a simple syrup for all your floral cocktail concoctions. Pair with gin and lemon or try it in a martini!
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Marjoram

Marjoram

Blend fresh leaves with berries. Combine puree with sparkling water or club soda, ice, and lemon for a refreshing beverage.
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Rosemary

Rosemary

Make a simple syrup with the woodsy, pine flavor of rosemary. In a mason jar, cover 6-10 rosemary sprigs with a cup of boiling water. Steep for at least 20 min, add a cup of sugar and stir. Strain after a few hours before adding to a cocktail.
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Sage

Sage

Many herbs, including sage, can be added to mixed drinks as a simple syrup or as part of a smash cocktail recipe. They also make a lovely garnish.
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