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.

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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My Favorite Bar Tools:

• Cocktail Shaker 
• Cocktail Jigger 
• Microplane Twist & Zest 
• Ice Crusher 

More Gin Cocktails You’ll Love:

• Gin Rickey
• Bees Knees
• Apple Cider Gin Cocktail

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

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 mins

Total Time5 minutes mins

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