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Gimlet Cocktail Recipe

The Gimlet is a classic, crisp cocktail that lets gin shine with just the right balance of fresh lime and a touch of sweetness. It’s bright, refreshing, and effortlessly elegant—perfect as a pre-dinner drink or an easy cocktail for entertaining.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: beverage
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2½ ounces gin
  • ½ ounce fresh lime juice
  • ½ ounce simple syrup
  • Ice
  • Lime wheel for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger
  • Strainer
  • Coupe glass

Method
 

  1. Add the gin, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake until very cold.
  3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass and garnish with a lime wheel.
  4. Serve immediately.