Aug 27 2025

Gimlet Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Gimlet Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Gimlet Ingredients

Method

Gimlet Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Chill a cocktail glass by filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you prepare the drink.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.

  3. 3

    Shake

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

  4. 4

    Strain and Serve

    Empty the ice water from the cocktail glass, then strain the mixture into the glass.

  5. 5

    Garnish

    Garnish with a lime wheel on the rim of the glass.

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