Gimlet - a Timeless Classic Cocktail

The Gimlet is a simple and refreshing cocktail, with the sweetness of the simple syrup balancing the tartness of the lime juice. It's a classic choice for gin enthusiasts.

The Gimlet's story has two interesting tales. One says Sir Thomas Gimlette, a notable British naval surgeon, made it to fight scurvy. Picture gin and lime juice as a superhero duo battling the deficiency with a burst of vitamin C.

Another story hints that the Gimlet might have existed before Sir Thomas, inspired by a small hole-drilling tool called a "gimlet." Could this tool be the reason for the Gimlet's piercing and refreshing nature? The history unfolds, showing the Gimlet's story is as rich as its zesty flavor.

 

Ingredients:

  • 60 ml (2 oz) gin
  • 22.5 ml (0.75 oz) simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water, dissolved)
  • 22.5 ml (0.75 oz) fresh lime juice
  • Ice cubes
  • Lime wheel or twist for garnish

 

    Instructions:

    1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
    2. Add the gin, simple syrup, and fresh lime juice to the shaker.
    3. Shake the mixture vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to chill the ingredients.
    4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass or a martini glass.
    5. Garnish with a lime wheel or twist.

    We recommend using your very own homemade gin to make the home cocktail making experience even more enjoyable. Get Your Gin Making Kit Here.


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