Description
A classic Gimlet cocktail recipe. This quick guide shows you how to make a simple and refreshing drink with gin or vodka and lime juice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces gin or vodka
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 0.75 ounce simple syrup (optional, for sweeter taste)
- Lime wedge or wheel for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add gin or vodka, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup (if using) to the shaker.
- Shake well until thoroughly chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
- Garnish with a lime wedge or wheel.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of simple syrup to your preference for sweetness.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.
- Chill your glass beforehand for a colder drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 150-200
- Sugar: 10-20g
- Sodium: 0-5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10-20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Gimlet, cocktail, gin, vodka, lime juice, drink recipe, classic cocktail