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Gimlet Cocktail

The Classic Gimlet Cocktail is a super simple mixed drink to create from your home bar. It’s made with Gin, simple syrup and lime juice for a perfectly balanced cocktail for an evening at home or entertaining guests.

If you are a fan of the Gin Sour the Gimlet is very similar in taste and balance. If you aren’t into gin, substitute your favorite vodka for a vodka gimlet.

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Gimlet cocktails with lime garnish

Gimlet Cocktail ~ 3 Ingredient Cocktail

These days most of us are more likely to be sipping on a refreshing cocktail at home rather than in a crowded bar or fancy eatery and that is just fine with me. The classic gimlet couldn’t be any easier to make and is sure to please for a refreshing drink.

ingredients for gin gimlet cocktail

Ingredients Needed:

  • Gin
  • Simple Syrup
  • Fresh Lime Juice
  • Ice
  • Lime Slices for Garnish

How to Make Gimlet Cocktails:

  • Add ice to a cocktail shaker.

measuring gin for a gimlet cocktail

  • Next add the gin.

measuring lime juice for gimlet

  • Pour in lime juice.

adding simple syrup to a cocktail shaker for gimlet

  • Add simple syrup.
  • Add the top of the shaker and shake vigorously.

straining gimlet cocktail into glasses

  • Strain into coupe glasses.

gimlet cocktail with London Dry Gin

  • Garnish with a slice of lime.

Recipes Notes and Variations:

  • Yield: 2 cocktails
  • Best Gin: London Dry Gin – we like Tanqueray
  • Substitute Vodka: Use your favorite, Titos or Smirnoff are great options.
  • Simple Syrup: Mix equal parts sugar and boiling water. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Chill before using.
  • Rose’s Lime Juice can be used in place of the lime juice and simple syrup.
  • Serve: Straight up or on the rocks.

2 gimlet cocktails with Tanqueray gin

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Whether you are entertaining guests this weekend or just looking for a great cocktail to enjoy while cooking dinner the classic Gimlet cocktail is just the ticket. 

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Gimlet Cocktail
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5 from 4 votes

Gimlet Cocktail

The Classic Gimlet Cocktail is a super simple mixed drink to create from your home bar. It's made with Gin, simple syrup and lime juice for a perfectly balanced cocktail for an evening at home or entertaining guests.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 3 ingredient cocktails, gin cocktails, lime cocktail, Tanqueray cocktail
Servings: 2 cocktails
Calories: 182kcal
Author: Milisa

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces London Dry Gin
  • 1 1/2 ounces simple syrup
  • 1 1/2 ounce lime juice
  • ice
  • lime slices for garnish

Instructions

  • Add ice to a cocktail shaker.
  • Next add the gin.
  • Pour in lime juice.
  • Add simple syrup.
  • Add the top of the shaker and shake vigorously.
  • Strain into coupe glasses.
  • Garnish with a slice of lime.

Notes

  • Best Gin: London Dry Gin - we like Tanqueray
  • Substitute Vodka: Use your favorite, Titos or Smirnoff are great options.
  • Simple Syrup: Made with equal parts sugar and boiling water. Stir until dissolved. Cool before using.
  • Rose's Lime Juice can be used in place of the lime juice and simple syrup.
  • Serve: Straight up or on the rocks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 182kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Sodium: 2mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g

 

 

One Comment

  1. It’s almost Valentine’s Day. I will save this and make it for our date night. Thanks for this wonderful idea. Looks refreshing.

5 from 4 votes (4 ratings without comment)

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