Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsCotton RestaurantCucumber Gimlet Recipe

Cucumber Gimlet Recipe

Inspired by Cotton Restaurant
Time30m
Serves1

Gray Whale small batch Gin, Cucumber Syrup and Ripe cold pressed Lemon Sour juice.

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Ingredients

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Cucumber Syrup

Method

Cucumber Syrup Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cucumber

    Wash the cucumber thoroughly. Peel it if you prefer a smoother syrup, and then chop it into small chunks.

  2. 2

    Cook the Syrup

    In a saucepan, combine the chopped cucumber, granulated sugar, and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.

  3. 3

    Simmer

    Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes. The cucumber should soften, and the syrup will take on a light green color.

  4. 4

    Strain the Syrup

    Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool slightly. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean container, discarding the solids. Allow the syrup to cool completely before using.

Cucumber Gimlet Preparation

  1. 5

    Fill the Shaker

    In a cocktail shaker, add the Gray Whale small batch gin, cucumber syrup, and cold pressed lemon juice.

  2. 6

    Add Ice

    Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the top.

  3. 7

    Shake the Mixture

    Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.

  4. 8

    Strain the Cocktail

    Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe or martini glass.

  5. 9

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with fresh cucumber slices on the rim or floating in the drink. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Cucumber Gimlet!

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