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Ingredients
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Classic Cocktails
Method
Classic Cocktails
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Gather all the ingredients for the cocktail. Ensure your gin is chilled, and freshly squeeze the lime juice for the best flavor.
- 2
Mix the Cocktail
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of gin, 1 oz of fresh lime juice, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup.
- 3
Shake the Mixture
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 4
Strain and Serve
Using a fine mesh strainer, pour the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
- 5
Garnish
Garnish with a lime wheel on the rim of the glass for an added touch.