Jul 17 2026

Gimlet Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Local vodka from glass distillery, fresh muddled cucumber, thai basil, fresh squeezed lemonade.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Method

Cocktail Preparation

  1. 1

    Muddle Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, muddle the fresh cucumber and Thai basil leaves together to release their flavors.

  2. 2

    Add Liquids

    Pour in the local vodka, fresh squeezed lemonade, and simple syrup into the shaker.

  3. 3

    Shake

    Fill the shaker with ice and shake well for about 15 seconds until the mixture is chilled.

  4. 4

    Strain

    Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.

  5. 5

    Garnish

    Garnish with a slice of cucumber and a sprig of Thai basil.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Gimlet!

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