Classic Gimlet Cocktail
Elevate your cocktail game with the timeless elegance of a Classic Gimlet. This beloved recipe blends crisp gin with the tang of freshly squeezed lime juice and a touch of simple syrup for the perfect balance of sweet and tart. Ready in just 5 minutes, this refreshing drink is shaken with ice to achieve an irresistibly smooth and chilled finish. Serve it in a sleek cocktail glass garnished with a zesty lime wheel for a stylish presentation. Whether you're hosting a sophisticated soirée or unwinding after a long day, the Classic Gimlet is a must-try staple for lovers of vibrant, citrus-forward beverages.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz Gin
- 0.75 oz Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 0.5 oz Simple syrup
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 slice Lime wheel
Instructions
Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Add 2 oz of gin to the shaker.
Pour in 0.75 oz of freshly squeezed lime juice.
Add 0.5 oz of simple syrup.
Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well-chilled.
Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
Garnish with a lime wheel on the rim of the glass.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Gimlet!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
165 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 8 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 38 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
