Gimlet Recipe
Make Gimlet Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
- 1
Gather Ingredients
Collect all the ingredients needed for the Gimlet cocktail.
- 2
Prepare the Simple Syrup
If you don't have simple syrup, you can make it by combining equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan. Heat gently until the sugar dissolves, then cool before use.
- 3
Measure Ingredients
Using a jigger or measuring tool, measure out 2 oz of gin, 1 oz of fresh lime juice, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup.
- 4
Fill Shaker with Ice
Fill a cocktail shaker with approximately 1 cup of ice to chill the mixture.
- 5
Combine Ingredients in Shaker
Pour the gin, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup into the shaker filled with ice.
- 6
Shake the Mixture
Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- 7
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Garnish the cocktail with a lime wheel on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately.
