Gin · Strong
Gimlet
A two-ingredient minimalist — gin and lime cordial (or fresh lime + simple syrup) shaken until almost frozen.
- Time
- 3 min
- Servings
- 1
- Glass
- Coupe
Ingredients
- GinGinGin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that derives its predominant flavor from juniper berries and other botanicals. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Martini and Gin and Tonic.60 ml
- Fresh lime juiceFresh lime juiceFresh lime juice is the acidic liquid extracted from ripe limes, commonly used in cocktails for its tart and citrusy flavor. It is a key ingredient in drinks like Margaritas and Daiquiris.20 ml
- Simple SyrupSimple SyrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar.15 ml
- Lime wheel (garnish)Lime wheel (garnish)A lime wheel is a circular slice of lime used as a garnish in cocktails. It adds a citrus aroma and visual appeal to drinks like the Gin and Tonic or Margarita.1
Gear
Method
- 1
Add ginginGin is a distilled alcoholic beverage that derives its predominant flavor from juniper berries and other botanicals. It is commonly used in cocktails like the Martini and Gin and Tonic., fresh lime juicefresh lime juiceFresh lime juice is the acidic liquid extracted from ripe limes, commonly used in cocktails for its tart and citrusy flavor. It is a key ingredient in drinks like Margaritas and Daiquiris., and simple syrupsimple syrupSimple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water, typically in equal parts. It is commonly used in cocktails to easily sweeten drinks without granulated sugar. to a shaker filled with ice.
- 2
Shake hard for 10 seconds until very cold and well diluted.
- 3
Double-strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- 4
Garnish with a thin lime wheel floated on top.
