Coconut Gimlet Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Garnish
Method
Preparation
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Toast coconut (optional)
If using fresh coconut flakes for garnish, spread about 1 tsp of flakes on a small baking sheet and toast in a 325°F (160°C) oven for 3–5 minutes until golden, watching carefully to avoid burning. Let cool.
Mixing
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Combine ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz gin, 0.5 oz coconut rum, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz coconut cream, and 0.25 oz simple syrup.
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Dry shake
Seal the shaker and shake vigorously without ice for 8–10 seconds. This helps emulsify the coconut cream for a silky texture.
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Shake with ice
Add 1 cup of ice to the shaker, then shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until the shaker is very cold and the exterior is frosty.
Strain & Serve
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Double strain
Discard ice/water from the chilled glass if used. Double-strain the cocktail into the chilled coupe or martini glass using a Hawthorne strainer and a fine mesh strainer to catch any ice shards and coconut solids.
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Garnish
Garnish with a lime wheel on the rim and sprinkle the toasted coconut flakes on top or along the rim (optional). Serve immediately.
