Thyme To Curry Leaves, 9 Best Herbs To Flavour Cocktails

By Ranita Ray

Incorporating herbs into your cocktails infuses a new level of complexity, depth, and flavour to your boozy libations. Explore various herbal blends to discover your ideal cocktail.  Here are the top 9 herbs you should consider using in your next cocktail creation.

Thyme

 This herb adds a savoury, earthy flavour to cocktails like gin, tonics, and whiskey sours.

Rosemary

With its pine-like flavour, rosemary is a perfect mate for gin-based cocktails and even adds a unique twist to a classic martini.

Sage

This herb has a slightly bitter yet refreshing flavour pairs well with citrus-based cocktails like lemon drops and margaritas.

Lavender

With its floral and slightly sweet flavour, lavender is an excellent addition to gin-based cocktails and even adds a unique twist to a classic gin and tonic.

Dill

With its slightly sweet and tangy flavour, dill complements vodka-based cocktails like bloody marys and martinis.

Cilantro

 This herb adds a fresh and tangy taste to tequila-based cocktails like margaritas and palomas.

Curry Leaves

This Indian herb enhances a vodka-based cocktail's aroma and taste profile. Gently muddle curry leaves with some sweet and tart flavour notes.

Basil

With its sweet and slightly spicy flavour, basil is an excellent addition to fruity cocktails like margaritas and daiquiris.

Mint

 This classic herb is perfect for refreshing cocktails like mojitos and juleps.