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.
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 Needed:
- Gin
- Simple Syrup
- Fresh Lime Juice
- Ice
- Lime Slices for Garnish
How to Make Gimlet Cocktails:
- 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.
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.
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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.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces London Dry Gin
- 1 ½ ounces simple syrup
- 1 ½ 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 Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 182Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 2mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 1gSugar: 11gProtein: 0g
Nutritional calculations are estimated and may not be accurate.
Natalie
It's almost Valentine's Day. I will save this and make it for our date night. Thanks for this wonderful idea. Looks refreshing.